2011 Tata Indica vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Tata Indica would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 600 kg more than 2011 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Mustang 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 2013 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indica.
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2011 Tata Indica | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Tata | Ford |
Model | Indica | Mustang |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1401 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 61 L |