2006 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1817 kg more than 2011 Tata Indica. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2011 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Focus | Indica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 37 L |
