2004 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 216 kg more than 2007 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Focus (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Focus | Indigo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |