2008 Tata Indica vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 4 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carens weights approximately 470 kg more than 2008 Tata Indica.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Kia Carens (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indica. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Tata Indica | 2012 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Tata | Kia |
| Model | Indica | Carens |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 124 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |
