2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, both 2009 Kia Sportage and 2009 Tata Indica were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sportage | 2009 Tata Indica | |
Make | Kia | Tata |
Model | Sportage | Indica |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 37 L |