2010 Tata Indigo vs. 2003 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 253 kg more than 2010 Tata Indigo. 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, 2003 Honda Accord (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indigo. 2003 Honda Accord 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. 2003 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Tata Indigo | 2003 Honda Accord | |
Make | Tata | Honda |
Model | Indigo | Accord |
Year Released | 2010 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 65 L |