2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2011 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 378 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.
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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Mondeo | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 42 L |
