2007 Tata Indigo vs. 2010 Ford Ka
To start off, 2010 Ford Ka is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indigo weights approximately 200 kg more than 2010 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 Indigo (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ka. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Tata Indigo | 2010 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Tata | Ford |
| Model | Indigo | Ka |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 35 L |
