2007 Tata Indica vs. 2011 Ford Focus
To start off, 2011 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Tata Indica would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Focus weights approximately 145 kg more than 2007 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica. 2011 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 2007 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2007 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Tata Indica | 2011 Ford Focus | |
Make | Tata | Ford |
Model | Indica | Focus |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 1401 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4445 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1722 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1488 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2614 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 51 L |