1997 Ford F-250 vs. 2009 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 562 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo. 1997 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 2009 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | F-250 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7275 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2460 mm |
