2007 Kia Carens vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, both 2007 Kia Carens and 2007 Tata Indica were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Carens (138 HP) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carens weights approximately 626 kg more than 2007 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Carens | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Kia | Tata |
| Model | Carens | Indica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 37 L |
