2008 Kia Sportage vs. 2008 Tata Indica
To start off, both 2008 Kia Sportage and 2008 Tata Indica were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 943 kg more than 2008 Tata Indica.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage 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 Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indica. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indica. 2008 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2008 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2008 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sportage | 2008 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Kia | Tata |
| Model | Sportage | Indica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 37 L |
