2000 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 12 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Focus weights approximately 195 kg more than 2012 Tata Indigo. 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 Focus (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Focus | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Focus | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
