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 25 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Indica weights approximately 34 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio.
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, 2010 Kia Rio (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (116 Nm @ 3000 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 | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1106 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4026 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2499 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 37 L |