2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 5 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Tata Indica. 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 (189 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Kia | Tata |
| Model | Sportage | Indica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 37 L |
