1997 Kia Potentia vs. 2006 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2006 Tata Indigo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Potentia would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Potentia (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indigo.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Kia Potentia (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Potentia | 2006 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Kia | Tata |
| Model | Potentia | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
