2000 Ford Ka vs. 2009 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indigo weights approximately 260 kg more than 2000 Ford Ka. 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, 2009 Tata Indigo (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Ka | 2009 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Ka | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |
