2006 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2002 Tata Indigo. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 920 kg more than 2002 Tata Indigo. 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, 2006 Honda Accord (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Tata Indigo. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Tata Indigo. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2002 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2002 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2002 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | Accord | Indigo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1405 cc |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |