2010 Ford F-250 vs. 2012 Tata Indica

To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1800 kg more than 2012 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Ford F-250 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 2010 Ford F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indica, 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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Ford F-250 2012 Tata Indica
Make Ford Tata
Model F-250 Indica
Year Released 2010 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5400 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 494 Nm 121 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 2805 kg 1005 kg
Vehicle Length 6253 mm 3680 mm
Vehicle Width 2029 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1961 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 3967 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 115 L 37 L


 

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