2009 Honda Pilot vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Tata Indigo 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 @ 5700 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 815 kg more than 2007 Tata Indigo. 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 2007 Tata Indigo. 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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo. 2009 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2007 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2007 Tata Indigo 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 | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | Pilot | Indigo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
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 | 250 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 42 L |