2007 Honda S2000 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 S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda S2000 weights approximately 315 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.

Because 2007 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Honda S2000 2012 Tata Indica
Make Honda Tata
Model S2000 Indica
Year Released 2007 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 237 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 8300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 208 Nm 121 Nm
Torque RPM 7500 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 79.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 241 km/hour 160 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1005 kg
Vehicle Length 4140 mm 3680 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.1 L/100km 11.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 37 L


 

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