2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Tata Indica
To start off, 2005 Tata Indica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2005 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 732 kg more than 2005 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Mustang (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Indica. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 2005 Tata Indica | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Mustang | Indica |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1403 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |