2005 Ford Ka vs. 2006 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2006 Tata Indigo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ka (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indigo.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Ka (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ka | 2006 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Ka | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
