2009 Honda Insight vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Insight (87 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Insight weights approximately 271 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, both vehicles can yield 121 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Insight | 2012 Tata Indica | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | Insight | Indica |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 37 L |