2008 Ford Explorer vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica. 2008 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Ford Explorer | 2009 Tata Indica | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Explorer | Indica |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4013 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 37 L |