2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 985 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica. 2003 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2007 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2007 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Sorento | 2007 Tata Indica | |
Make | Kia | Tata |
Model | Sorento | Indica |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 37 L |