2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2004 Tata Indigo
To start off, both 2004 Ford Expedition and 2004 Tata Indigo were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2004 Tata Indigo. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2004 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1474 kg more than 2004 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition 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 2004 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Tata Indigo. (105 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Tata Indigo. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2004 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2004 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Expedition | 2004 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Expedition | Indigo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 105 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2494 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |