2009 Kia Rio vs. 2006 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 1,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Kia Rio (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rio | 2006 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Kia | Tata |
| Model | Rio | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2410 mm |
