2001 Ford Econovan vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Econovan would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Econovan (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Econovan should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econovan weights approximately 305 kg more than 2007 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ford Econovan (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Econovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Econovan | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Econovan | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2460 mm |
