2012 SsangYong Kyron vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, both 2012 SsangYong Kyron and 2012 Tata Indica were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 892 kg more than 2012 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2012 SsangYong Kyron (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 SsangYong Kyron | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | SsangYong | Tata |
| Model | Kyron | Indica |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1897 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 37 L |
