2010 Tata Indigo vs. 2011 Ford S-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford S-Max is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford S-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford S-Max (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford S-Max should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford S-Max weights approximately 603 kg more than 2010 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, 2011 Ford S-Max (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford S-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Tata Indigo | 2011 Ford S-Max | |
Make | Tata | Ford |
Model | Indigo | S-Max |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |