2009 Ford F-350 vs. 2004 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2004 Tata Indigo. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2004 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Tata Indigo weights approximately 54 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Because 2009 Ford F-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Tata Indigo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Tata Indigo. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 2004 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | F-350 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2410 mm |
