2005 Honda Stream vs. 1998 Tata Indica
To start off, 2005 Honda Stream is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Tata Indica would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Stream (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1998 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Stream weights approximately 498 kg more than 1998 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Indica. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Stream | 1998 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Honda | Tata |
| Model | Stream | Indica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
