2008 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Tata Indica
To start off, both 2008 Ford Focus and 2008 Tata Indica were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 357 kg more than 2008 Tata Indica.
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 Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indica. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2008 Tata Indica | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Focus | Indica |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 215 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 37 L |