2003 Ford Expedition vs. 2004 Tata Indica
To start off, 2004 Tata Indica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2004 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2004 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1430 kg more than 2004 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Tata Indica. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Tata Indica. 2003 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2004 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2004 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Expedition | 2004 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Expedition | Indica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 4603 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
