2009 Ford F-150 vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 2 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indica weights approximately 79 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica. 2009 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2007 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2007 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-150 | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | F-150 | Indica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 136 L | 37 L |
