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Originally Posted by theMAG  This thread has merit, although it would be optimal if it is done segment-wise.
Everything comes down to design philosophies: - Generally, mainstream European cars are recognized as being the best engineered
- Japanese cars are designed with a specific shelf life.
- American cars, until some time ago, were also over-engineered; with some production engines designed to handle 100% more stress than regular tune - but that has now changed.
- Korean cars(now) share similar design philosophies as Japanese cars.
- Indian cars are generally under-engineered
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Not true.
At this point of time in Indian market lets us compare European cars with American cars. I can prove to you that some European cars are worse than the latter.
List of cars available in India:
European cars (top of Product line) : Renault Logan, Fiat Palio
American cars : Chevy U-VA/ SRV, Ford fiesta/fusion
Indian cars: Tata Indica Vista, Tata safari, Mahindra Scorpio Mhawk
So you would know from your experience that American cars that are available in India are much better and newer cars than the European cars offered in India.
Even the Hindustan Ambassador has some specific capabilities which no other car offers. i.e its the best suited car for Indian suburban roads considering its leaf spring suspension. Also the passengers are offered a very comfortable luxurious ride