2009 Honda Element vs. 2010 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indigo.
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, 2009 Honda Element (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Element | 2010 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | Element | Indigo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |