2006 Kia Rio vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Rio (97 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indica.
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, 2006 Kia Rio (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indica. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Rio | 2011 Tata Indica | |
Make | Kia | Tata |
Model | Rio | Indica |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 37 L |