2009 Ford S-Max vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Ford S-Max 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford S-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford S-Max (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford S-Max should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford S-Max weights approximately 603 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford S-Max (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford S-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford S-Max | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | S-Max | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
