2008 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2009 Tata Indica

To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Daewoo Kalos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Daewoo Kalos would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indica (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica.

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, 2009 Tata Indica (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Kalos.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Daewoo Kalos 2009 Tata Indica
Make Daewoo Tata
Model Kalos Indica
Year Released 2008 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1150 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 71 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 104 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 68.5 mm 75.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1035 kg 1005 kg
Vehicle Length 3890 mm 3680 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2490 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.3 L/100km 9.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 37 L


 

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