Battle of the Ford Figo and Chevrolet Beat

We now have a clear indication that India is no way behind when it comes to the automobile industry. Even during the first quarter of 2010, Hyundai Motor India Ltd, the country's second largest car manufacturer and the largest passenger car exporter recorded record sales of 162,273 against 121,565 units for the same period in 2009. Nissan Motors India had plans of exporting 250,000 cars produced at its plant in India by 2011 and has even succeeded to a great extent. Meanwhile, GM too has announced its plans of exporting nearly 50,000 cars manufactured in India by this year.

The dynamics of Indian Automobile Industry is poised to change with almost 50 new models or facelift models are expected in next 12 months. With the market share tilted towards Maruti Suzuki commanding over 40% of passenger car market in India. With new models coming in, the presence of American and European car makers like Volkswagen and Skoda will enhance the market share as a part of business strategy.
 
Ford cars in India have made its strong foot hold by releasing the several successful car models in the market such as Ford Fusion, Ford Fiesta, Ford Mondeo and Ford Endeavour were a great success. Ford cars also launched the small car as per the requirements of Indian consumers and released it with the name of Ford Figo. After the superb success of compact car Ford Figo and Ford Fiesta, so the company is putting their full efforts in launching the more cars in India. At present Ford has become the 6th largest car manufacturer and also planning to introduce the eco friendly car in next few years.

The Ford Figo stands among the fore front for Ford India. The powerful and effective car comes with music system and Blue tooth connectivity. Technical specifications of this car come with Length3795mm, Width1680mm, Height1427mm, Wheel Base2489mm, FuelPetrol / Diesel, Installation Front, Transverse, Type4-cylinder in-line, Bore/stroke70.6/76.5mm, 73/82mm, Compression ratio9.75 / 18:1, Power70bhp @ 6250rpm / 68bhp @ 4000rpm,  Torque10.4kgm @ 4000rpm / 16.3kgm @ 2000rpm,  Gearbox5-speed manual, Tires175/65/R14, Brakes (f/r)Ventilated discs/drums.

Meanwhile its arch rival General Motors has unveiled the Chevrolet Beat. Chevrolet beat is an extreme stylish premium car with trendy features and funky exteriors like the large raked headlamps, body colored bumper, body colored door handles and ORVMs (Outside Rear View Mirrors), bold and aggressive front grille. The smooth and shiny body graphics and sturdy outer look is very much exclusive and is quite overwhelming which takes your breath away.