2009 Tata Indica vs. 2005 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sephia II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sephia II would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sephia II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sephia II (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sephia II should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sephia II weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Kia Sephia II (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sephia II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica. 2005 Kia Sephia II has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sephia II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indica | 2005 Kia Sephia II | |
| Make | Tata | Kia |
| Model | Indica | Sephia II |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |
