2003 Ford Ka 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 Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Tata Indigo (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Tata Indigo 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 Indigo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Ka | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
