2005 Ford F-350 vs. 2009 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-350 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2009 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford F-350 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 2005 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2005 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-350 | 2009 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | F-350 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 42 L |
