2005 Ford F-350 vs. 2011 Tata Indica

To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 6 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 226 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indica.

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, 2011 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, 2005 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indica. (120 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indica.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford F-350 2011 Tata Indica
Make Ford Tata
Model F-350 Indica
Year Released 2005 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5408 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 74 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 9.5:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5760 mm 3680 mm
Vehicle Width 2430 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 3490 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 144 L 37 L


 

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