2009 Tata Indigo vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 3 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Rio weights approximately 121 kg more than 2009 Tata Indigo. 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, 2012 Kia Rio (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo. 2012 Kia Rio has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indigo | 2012 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Tata | Kia |
| Model | Indigo | Rio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1404 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 43 L |
