2007 Tata Indigo vs. 2012 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2012 Honda Odyssey is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 861 kg more than 2007 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, 2012 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo. 2012 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2007 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2007 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Tata Indigo | 2012 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Tata | Honda |
| Model | Indigo | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 79 L |
