2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 4 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 145 kg more than 2012 Tata Indigo. 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 2012 Tata Indigo. 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 (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Kia | Tata |
| Model | Sorento | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |
