2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 3 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (86 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Ranger | Indica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 37 L |
