2007 Ford F-150 vs. 2009 Tata Indigo

To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1716 kg more than 2009 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 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, 2007 Ford F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo. 2007 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Ford F-150 2009 Tata Indigo
Make Ford Tata
Model F-150 Indigo
Year Released 2007 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4196 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 202 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 4350 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 353 Nm 120 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96.8 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2856 kg 1140 kg
Vehicle Length 5370 mm 4140 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1870 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 3200 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14 L/100km 11.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 42 L


 

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