2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 2011 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 332 kg more than 2011 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 Mondeo (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mondeo | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Mondeo | Indigo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 42 L |