2007 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2008 Tata Indigo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 165 kg more than 2008 Tata Indigo.
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 Focus (216 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2008 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Focus | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
