1999 Kia Sportage vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 317 kg more than 2007 Tata Indigo. 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 (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (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 Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Sportage | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Kia | Tata |
Model | Sportage | Indigo |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |