2010 Kia Rio vs. 2012 Tata Indica

To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica.

Let's talk about torque, 2010 Kia Rio (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Kia Rio 2012 Tata Indica
Make Kia Tata
Model Rio Indica
Year Released 2010 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1600 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 110 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4249 mm 3680 mm
Vehicle Width 1694 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1471 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2499 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 37 L


 

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