2003 Ford Ka vs. 2006 Tata Indica
To start off, 2006 Tata Indica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Tata Indica (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Tata Indica (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Ka | 2006 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Ka | Indica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
