2006 Honda Element vs. 2004 Tata Indica
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Tata Indica would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2004 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2004 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Tata Indica weights approximately 77 kg more than 2006 Honda Element.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element 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 Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Tata Indica. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 2004 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Honda | Tata |
| Model | Element | Indica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
