2006 Ford Ikon vs. 2008 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2008 Tata Indigo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Ikon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Ikon would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 1716 kg more than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Tata Indigo (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ikon | 2008 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Ikon | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 42 L |
