2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Tata Mint
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Tata Mint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Tata Mint would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fiesta (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Tata Mint. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Mint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 258 kg more than 2005 Tata Mint. 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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Mint. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Mint.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Tata Mint | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Fiesta | Mint |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
