2011 Tata Indigo vs. 2003 Ford Lynx
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Lynx would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Lynx (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Lynx should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Indigo weights approximately 30 kg more than 2003 Ford Lynx.
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, 2003 Ford Lynx (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indigo. 2003 Ford Lynx has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Lynx will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Tata Indigo | 2003 Ford Lynx | |
| Make | Tata | Ford |
| Model | Indigo | Lynx |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1403 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
