2008 Ford F-150 vs. 2009 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indigo weights approximately 33 kg more than 2008 Ford F-150.
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, 2008 Ford F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-150 | 2009 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | F-150 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 42 L |
