2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 488 kg more than 2011 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indigo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mustang (522 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Mustang | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 273 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1628 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 42 L |
