2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fiesta (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 6 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
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 (208 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Fiesta | 2009 Tata Indica | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Fiesta | Indica |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 37 L |