1996 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2006 Tata Indigo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Tata Indigo (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Escort | 2006 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Escort | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
