2006 Ford Mondeo 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 Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 453 kg more than 2012 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 Mondeo (285 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mondeo | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Mondeo | Indica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 37 L |
