2008 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1051 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.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Kia | Tata |
| Model | Sorento | Indica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 37 L |
