2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (149 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1811 kg more than 2007 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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 Ranger (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Ranger | Indica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 37 L |
