2005 Kia Rio vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indica weights approximately 61 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Kia | Tata |
| Model | Rio | Indica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 944 kg | 1005 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 37 L |
