2002 Tata Indigo vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2002 Tata Indigo. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2002 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Rio weights approximately 106 kg more than 2002 Tata Indigo. 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, 2012 Kia Rio (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Tata Indigo. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Tata Indigo. 2012 Kia Rio has automatic transmission and 2002 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2002 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Tata Indigo | 2012 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Tata | Kia |
| Model | Indigo | Rio |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2570 mm |
