2000 Ford Contour vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Contour would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Contour (201 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Contour weights approximately 413 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Ford Contour (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Contour | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Contour | Indica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 37 L |
