2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Tata Indica
To start off, both 2005 Ford Fiesta and 2005 Tata Indica were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fiesta (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 278 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Fiesta (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Indica. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Tata Indica | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Fiesta | Indica |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1403 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 930 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |