2007 Ford Focus 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 Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 267 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 Focus (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Focus | Indica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1272 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 37 L |
