2003 Ford F-250 vs. 2006 Tata Indigo

To start off, 2006 Tata Indigo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 810 kg more than 2006 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Ford F-250 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 2003 Ford F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Tata Indigo, 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, 2003 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indigo.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Ford F-250 2006 Tata Indigo
Make Ford Tata
Model F-250 Indigo
Year Released 2003 2006
Engine Size 5408 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 296 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 495 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2410 kg 1600 kg
Vehicle Length 5760 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Height 1940 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 3490 mm 2410 mm


 

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