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 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Indica (74 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ka. (68 HP). 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 39 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.
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 Tata Indica (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 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 | 1405 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 68 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 40 L |
