2010 Tata Nano vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Tata Nano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Tata Nano would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2010 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1295 kg more than 2010 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Tata Nano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Nano. 2013 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2010 Tata Nano has manual transmission. 2010 Tata Nano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Tata Nano | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Tata | Toyota |
| Model | Nano | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 624 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 48 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3099 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1495 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1652 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 73 L |
