1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 864 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Explorer | Indica |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
