2004 Ford Explorer 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 Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Explorer (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Explorer weights approximately 158 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 Explorer (382 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Explorer | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 42 L |
