2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1998 Tata Indica

To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Tata Indica would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP) has 176 more horse power than 1998 Tata Indica. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1998 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot will offer significantly more control. 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 Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Indica. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Indica. 2009 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1998 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 1998 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Honda Pilot 1998 Tata Indica
Make Honda Tata
Model Pilot Indica
Year Released 2009 1998
Engine Size 3471 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 250 HP 74 HP
Torque 343 Nm 110 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1955 kg 930 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 3670 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2410 mm


 

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