2004 Ford Ranger vs. 2010 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Ranger weights approximately 502 kg more than 2010 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indigo, 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 Ranger (251 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Ranger | 2010 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Ranger | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1642 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 42 L |
