2005 Ford Ikon vs. 1999 Tata Indica
To start off, 2005 Ford Ikon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Tata Indica would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Tata Indica (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ikon. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ikon weights approximately 44 kg more than 1999 Tata Indica.
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, 1999 Tata Indica (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ikon. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ikon | 1999 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Ikon | Indica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
