2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 916 kg more than 2007 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Kia Sorento (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sorento | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Kia | Tata |
Model | Sorento | Indigo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |