2008 Ford Ka vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Indica (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ka. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ka.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Ka | 2012 Tata Indica | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Ka | Indica |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 37 L |