2010 Tata Indigo vs. 2002 Honda Z
To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Indigo weights approximately 180 kg more than 2002 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Z 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, 2010 Tata Indigo (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z. 2002 Honda Z has automatic transmission and 2010 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2010 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Tata Indigo | 2002 Honda Z | |
| Make | Tata | Honda |
| Model | Indigo | Z |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 35 L |
