2004 Ford GT vs. 2004 Tata Indica

To start off, both 2004 Ford GT and 2004 Tata Indica were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford GT (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 435 more horse power than 2004 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford GT weights approximately 590 kg more than 2004 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Ford GT 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 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Tata Indica, 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 GT (679 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 574 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Tata Indica. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Tata Indica.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ford GT 2004 Tata Indica
Make Ford Tata
Model GT Indica
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Size 5409 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 494 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 679 Nm 105 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 930 kg
Vehicle Length 4650 mm 3670 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2410 mm


 

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