2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Rondo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Rondo would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Kia | Tata |
| Model | Rondo | Indica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 37 L |
