2006 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Tata Indigo. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1836 kg more than 2005 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Ford Focus (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Indigo. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2005 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Focus | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
