2000 Ford Focus 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 Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indica (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Focus weights approximately 185 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica.
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 Focus (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Focus | 2009 Tata Indica | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Focus | Indica |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 37 L |