2007 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 780 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Korando (258 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica. 2007 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 SsangYong Korando | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | SsangYong | Tata |
| Model | Korando | Indica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 37 L |
