2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2012 Tata Indigo

To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 7 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indigo.

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 (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Mondeo 2012 Tata Indigo
Make Ford Tata
Model Mondeo Indigo
Year Released 2005 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2198 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 154 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 367 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 75.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94.6 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.5:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 4140 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 42 L


 

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