2008 Ford Fiesta vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 140 kg more than 2012 Tata Indigo.
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 Fiesta (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Fiesta | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Fiesta | Indigo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 42 L |