2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Tata Indica would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 586 kg more than 2007 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Mondeo | Indica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 1401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 37 L |
