2009 Honda Jazz vs. 2003 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Tata Indica would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2003 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 1113 kg more than 2003 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, 2009 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata Indica. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Jazz | 2003 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Honda | Tata |
| Model | Jazz | Indica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
