2007 Honda Jazz vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Jazz (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Jazz weights approximately 8 kg more than 2012 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, 2007 Honda Jazz (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica. 2007 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Jazz | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Honda | Tata |
| Model | Jazz | Indica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1013 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 37 L |
