2004 Ford Fiesta 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 Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Fiesta (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Indigo weights approximately 32 kg more than 2004 Ford Fiesta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Fiesta (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Fiesta | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Fiesta | Indigo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1108 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |