2008 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 40 kg more than 2012 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, 2008 Honda Accord (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | Accord | Indigo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |