2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2006 Tata Indica
To start off, 2006 Tata Indica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Indica weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
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 Mondeo (172 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mondeo | 2006 Tata Indica | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Mondeo | Indica |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |