1998 Ford Explorer vs. 2008 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2008 Tata Indigo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 760 kg more than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 2008 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Explorer | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
