2009 Ford Fiesta vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indigo weights approximately 170 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2009 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 4050 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fiesta | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Fiesta | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4050 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
