2002 Kia Shuma vs. 2002 Tata Indica
To start off, both 2002 Kia Shuma and 2002 Tata Indica were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Shuma (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 2002 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Shuma weights approximately 160 kg more than 2002 Tata Indica. 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, 2002 Kia Shuma (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Tata Indica. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Kia Shuma | 2002 Tata Indica | |
Make | Kia | Tata |
Model | Shuma | Indica |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |