2007 Tata Indica vs. 2011 Ford Ka
To start off, 2011 Ford Ka 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 1,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Indica (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indica weights approximately 158 kg more than 2011 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Tata Indica | 2011 Ford Ka | |
Make | Tata | Ford |
Model | Indica | Ka |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 1401 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 887 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 40 L |