2009 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus 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 Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Focus (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Focus | 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 | 99 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 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 | 185 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
