2006 Tata Indica vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2006 Tata Indica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Carnival. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Carnival would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Carnival (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indica. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indica. 2005 Kia Carnival has automatic transmission and 2006 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2006 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Carnival will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Tata Indica | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Tata | Kia |
| Model | Indica | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
