2002 Ford Ka vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Ka (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Indigo weights approximately 4 kg more than 2002 Ford Ka.
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, 2002 Ford Ka (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Ka | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Ka | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 42 L |
