2006 Honda CR-V vs. 2001 Tata Indica
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Tata Indica would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2001 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2001 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 588 kg more than 2001 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 CR-V (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata Indica. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Tata Indica. 2006 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2001 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2001 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda CR-V | 2001 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Honda | Tata |
| Model | CR-V | Indica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
