2004 Kia Sorento vs. 2006 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2006 Tata Indigo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indigo.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indigo. 2004 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2006 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2006 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sorento | 2006 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Kia | Tata |
| Model | Sorento | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
