2002 Ford Falcon vs. 2000 Tata Indica
To start off, 2002 Ford Falcon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Tata Indica would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Falcon (221 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2000 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2000 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Falcon weights approximately 585 kg more than 2000 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Falcon 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 2002 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Tata Indica, 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, 2002 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Tata Indica. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Falcon | 2000 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Falcon | Indica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
