2004 Ford E-150 vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-150 weights approximately 987 kg more than 2012 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-150 (388 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-150 | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | E-150 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2127 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 42 L |
