2012 Kia Soul vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, both 2012 Kia Soul and 2012 Tata Indigo were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Soul (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indigo.
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 Soul (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Kia Soul | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Kia | Tata |
Model | Soul | Indigo |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 42 L |