2005 Ford Falcon vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Falcon (210 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica. 2005 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Falcon | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Falcon | Indica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 37 L |
