2009 Tata Indica vs. 2012 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Tata Indica would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 892 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.
Because 2012 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Kyron will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica. 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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. 2012 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Tata Indica | 2012 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Tata | SsangYong |
Model | Indica | Kyron |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 86.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1897 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 75 L |