2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2009 Tata Nano
To start off, 2009 Tata Nano is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2009 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 1400 kg more than 2009 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Tata Nano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 2009 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Kia | Tata |
| Model | Sportage | Nano |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 37 L |
