2009 Tata Indica vs. 2013 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2013 Ford C-MAX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Tata Indica would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford C-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford C-MAX (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica.
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, 2013 Ford C-MAX (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indica | 2013 Ford C-MAX | |
| Make | Tata | Ford |
| Model | Indica | C-MAX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2085 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1623 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 51 L |
