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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fiesta (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 132 kg more than 2009 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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.

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 1999 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 150 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1137 kg 1005 kg
Vehicle Length 3920 mm 3680 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2490 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.7 L/100km 9.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 37 L


 

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