2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 547 kg more than 2010 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indigo. 2007 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2010 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2010 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sportage | 2010 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Kia | Tata |
Model | Sportage | Indigo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 42 L |