1999 Kia Sportage vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Sportage (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 535 kg more than 2007 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Kia Sportage (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Kia | Tata |
| Model | Sportage | Indica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
