2008 Kia Sportage vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Tata Indica would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 537 kg more than 2007 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, 2008 Kia Sportage (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sportage | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Kia | Tata |
| Model | Sportage | Indica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 37 L |
