2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 33 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2009 Tata Indica (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Fiesta | 2009 Tata Indica | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Fiesta | Indica |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 37 L |