2006 Kia Carens vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Carens would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Carens (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 860 kg more than 2007 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Kia Carens (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo. 2006 Kia Carens has automatic transmission and 2007 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2007 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Carens will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Carens | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Kia | Tata |
Model | Carens | Indigo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |