2008 Tata Indica vs. 2011 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Tata Indica would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 892 kg more than 2008 Tata Indica.
Because 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indica. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Tata Indica | 2011 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Tata | SsangYong |
| Model | Indica | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 75 L |
