2009 Tata Indigo vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Tata Indigo | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Tata | Kia |
Model | Indigo | Sorento |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |