2006 Ford Ka vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Indica weights approximately 39 kg more than 2006 Ford Ka. 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, 2012 Tata Indica (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ka | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Ka | Indica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 37 L |
