2009 Kia Cerato vs. 2009 Tata Indigo
To start off, both 2009 Kia Cerato and 2009 Tata Indigo were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cerato (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo.
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, 2009 Kia Cerato (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Cerato | 2009 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Kia | Tata |
Model | Cerato | Indigo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |