TVS Apache RTR 160 vs Hero Passion XTEC

Should you buy TVS Apache RTR 160 or Hero Passion XTEC Find out which bike is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their price, mileage, features, colours and other specs. TVS Apache RTR 160 price in Delhi is Rs 119420 (ex-showroom price) whereas the Hero Passion XTEC price in Delhi is Rs 81038 (ex-showroom). The engine in the Apache RTR 160 makes 16.04 PS and 13.85 Nm . On the other hand, the power and torque of Passion XTEC stand at 9.15 PS and 9.79 Nm respectively. TVS offers the Apache RTR 160 in 5 colours whereas the Hero Passion XTEC comes in 3 colours. Out of 128 user reviews, Passion XTEC scores 3.6 whereas the TVS Apache RTR 160 tallies 4.5 out of 5 based on 955 user reviews..TheTVS Apache RTR 160 Mileage is around 47 kmpl, while the Hero Passion XTEC Mileage is around 56 kmpl.

Apache RTR 160 vs Passion XTEC

Key Highlights	Apache RTR 160	Passion XTEC
Mileage (Overall)	47 kmpl	56 kmpl
Max Power	16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm	9.15 PS @ 7500 rpm
Body Type	Sports Bikes	Commuter Bikes
Engine Type	SI, 4 stroke, Air cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection	Air cooled 4 stroke

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Basic Information	TVS Apache RTR 160	Hero Passion XTEC
On-Road Price	Rs.1.40 Lakh onwards	Rs.93,791 onwards
Mileage (Overall)	47 kmpl	56 kmpl
Max Power	16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm	9.15 PS @ 7500 rpm
User Rating	4.5 Based on 955 Reviews	3.6 Based on 128 Reviews
Body Type	Sports Bikes	Commuter Bikes
EMI Starts	₹ 4,037 Get EMI offers Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years	₹ 2,724 Get EMI offers Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years
Insurance	Rs.10,698 Apache RTR 160 Insurance	Rs.6,270 Passion XTEC Insurance
Colours	Racing RedMatte BlueGloss BlackPearl WhiteT Grey	Black with Force SilverBlack with Polestar BlueCandy Blazing Red
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Basic Information

TVS Apache RTR 160

Hero Passion XTEC

On-Road Price

Rs.1.40 Lakh onwards

Rs.93,791 onwards

Mileage (Overall)

47 kmpl

56 kmpl

Max Power

16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm

9.15 PS @ 7500 rpm

User Rating

4.5

Based on 955 Reviews

3.6

Based on 128 Reviews

Body Type

Sports Bikes

Commuter Bikes

EMI Starts

₹ 4,037

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Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years

₹ 2,724

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Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years

Insurance

Rs.10,698
Apache RTR 160 Insurance

Rs.6,270
Passion XTEC Insurance

Colours

Racing RedMatte BlueGloss BlackPearl WhiteT Grey

Black with Force SilverBlack with Polestar BlueCandy Blazing Red

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Engine and Transmission
Engine Type Refers to the design and configuration of the engine. Most petrol bikes typically use either a single-cylinder, twin-cylinder, or occasionally a multi-cylinder (like a four-cylinder) engine.	SI, 4 stroke, Air cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection	Air cooled 4 stroke
Displacement	159.7 cc	113.2 cc
No. of Cylinders Indicates the total count of combustion cylinders in the engine. Common configurations include single-cylinder, twin-cylinder, and four-cylinder setups.	-	1
Cooling System Describes the method used to dissipate heat from the engine. Petrol bikes often use air-cooling or liquid-cooling systems to maintain optimal operating temperatures.	Air Cooled	Air Cooled
Valve Per Cylinder Refers to the number of intake and exhaust valves present in each cylinder. Most modern petrol bike engines have two or four valves per cylinder.	2	2
Fuel Supply	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection
Clutch Enables the rider to disconnect the engine from the transmission temporarily, allowing for gear changes and neutral operation.	Slipper Clutch	Wet Multi Plate
Gear Box Indicates the arrangement of gears that transmit power from the engine to the wheels, allowing the rider to adjust speed and torque.	5 Speed	4 Speed Constant Mesh
Bore These measurements describe the diameter (bore) and length (stroke) of the cylinder in the engine. They directly affect an engine's performance characteristics.	-	50 mm
Stroke These measurements describe the diameter (bore) and length (stroke) of the cylinder in the engine. They directly affect an engine's performance characteristics.	-	57.8 mm
Compression Ratio Reflects the ratio of the maximum volume in the cylinder (when the piston is at the bottom) to the minimum volume (when the piston is at the top) during the engine cycle. Higher compression ratios generally lead to more efficient combustion.	-	9.7:1
Emission Type Specifies the level of emissions produced by the bike, conforming to regulatory standards. Petrol bikes typically adhere to norms like Euro or BS (Bharat Stage) emissions standards.	bs6-2.0	bs6-2.0
Max Torque Represents the highest rotational force output by the engine, usually measured in Newton-meters (Nm) or pound-feet (lb-ft). It indicates the engine's pulling power.	13.85 Nm @ 7000 rpm	9.79 Nm @ 5000 rpm
Starting Describes how the engine is initiated. Most petrol bikes use electric starters, kick starters, or both, to commence engine operation.	Self Start Only	Kick and Self Start
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Engine and Transmission

Engine Type

Refers to the design and configuration of the engine. Most petrol bikes typically use either a single-cylinder, twin-cylinder, or occasionally a multi-cylinder (like a four-cylinder) engine.

SI, 4 stroke, Air cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection

Air cooled 4 stroke

Displacement

159.7 cc

113.2 cc

No. of Cylinders

Indicates the total count of combustion cylinders in the engine. Common configurations include single-cylinder, twin-cylinder, and four-cylinder setups.

Cooling System

Describes the method used to dissipate heat from the engine. Petrol bikes often use air-cooling or liquid-cooling systems to maintain optimal operating temperatures.

Air Cooled

Features
Instrument Console This refers to the display panel on a petrol bike that shows essential information like speed, RPM, fuel level, and other indicators such as engine temperature and gear position.	Digital	Digital
Call/SMS Alerts	-	Yes
USB Charging Port	No	Yes
Speedometer Displays the current speed of the bike in kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph), providing crucial information for safe riding.	Digital	Digital
Techometer	Digital	Digital
Tripmeter Tracks the distance traveled during a specific journey or trip, enabling riders to monitor their mileage for individual rides.	Digital	Digital
Odometer Shows the total distance covered by the bike since its inception, providing a comprehensive record of its usage	Digital	Digital
Additional Features Of Variant This refers to unique features or upgrades specific to a particular model or variant of the petrol bike, which may include enhanced performance components, aesthetic improvements, or technology integrations.	Glide Through Technology, Maximum Power - (Urabn / Rain) - 13.32 PS @ 8000 rpm, Max. Torque - (Urban / Rain) - 12.7 Nm @ 6500 rpm, Position Lamp, Roto Petal Disc Brake, Brake Fluid - DOT 3, Max speed Urban/ Rain - 97 kmph	Side-Stand Engine Cut-Off
Seat Type	Split	Single
Body Graphics Refers to the decorative decals or paint schemes on the bike's bodywork, enhancing its visual appeal.	-	Yes
Passenger Footrest Provides a designated area for the pillion passenger to rest their feet comfortably during rides.	-	Yes
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Features

Instrument Console

This refers to the display panel on a petrol bike that shows essential information like speed, RPM, fuel level, and other indicators such as engine temperature and gear position.

Digital

Call/SMS Alerts

USB Charging Port

Speedometer

Displays the current speed of the bike in kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph), providing crucial information for safe riding.

Digital

Features and Safety
Service Due Indicator	-	Yes
Fuel Gauge	Digital	Digital
Riding Modes	Rain,Sports,Urban	-
Additional Features This refers to unique features or upgrades specific to a particular model or variant of the petrol bike, which may include enhanced performance components, aesthetic improvements, or technology integrations.	Glide Through Technology, Maximum Power - (Urabn / Rain) - 13.32 PS @ 8000 rpm, Max. Torque - (Urban / Rain) - 12.7 Nm @ 6500 rpm, Position Lamp, Roto Petal Disc Brake, Brake Fluid - DOT 3, Max speed Urban/ Rain - 97 kmph	Side-Stand Engine Cut-Off
Real Time Mileage Indicator	-	Yes
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Features and Safety

Service Due Indicator

Fuel Gauge

Digital

Riding Modes

Rain,Sports,Urban

Additional Features

This refers to unique features or upgrades specific to a particular model or variant of the petrol bike, which may include enhanced performance components, aesthetic improvements, or technology integrations.

Glide Through Technology, Maximum Power - (Urabn / Rain) - 13.32 PS @ 8000 rpm, Max. Torque - (Urban / Rain) - 12.7 Nm @ 6500 rpm, Position Lamp, Roto Petal Disc Brake, Brake Fluid - DOT 3, Max speed Urban/ Rain - 97 kmph

Side-Stand Engine Cut-Off

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Performance
Overall Mileage	47 kmpl	56 kmpl
Top Speed	107 kmph	-

Performance

Overall Mileage

47 kmpl

56 kmpl

Top Speed

107 kmph

Dimensions and Capacity
Fuel Capacity	12 L	10 L
Width These dimensions describe the physical size of the bike. Width represents the distance across the widest part of the bike, length is the distance from front to back, and height is the vertical measurement from the ground to the highest point of the bike.	730 mm	715 mm
Length	2085 mm	2036 mm
Height	1105 mm	1113 mm
Saddle Height Indicates the distance from the ground to the top surface of the bike's seat, influencing rider comfort and accessibility, especially for shorter or taller individuals.	790 mm	799 mm
Ground Clearance	180 mm	180 mm
Wheelbase	1300 mm	1270 mm
Kerb Weight	137 kg	117 kg
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Dimensions and Capacity

Fuel Capacity

12 L

10 L

Width

These dimensions describe the physical size of the bike. Width represents the distance across the widest part of the bike, length is the distance from front to back, and height is the vertical measurement from the ground to the highest point of the bike.

730 mm

715 mm

Length

2085 mm

2036 mm

Height

1105 mm

1113 mm

Electricals
Headlight	LED	LED
Tail Light	LED	Bulb
Turn Signal Lamp	LED	Bulb
DRLs	Yes	-
Projector Headlights	-	Yes
Low Fuel Indicator	Yes	Yes
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Electricals

Headlight

LED

Tail Light

LED

Bulb

Turn Signal Lamp

LED

Bulb

DRLs

Tyres and Brakes
Front Brake Diameter Refers to the diameter of the disc or drum used for the front brake system on a petrol bike, influencing braking performance and heat dissipation.	270 mm	130 mm
Rear Brake Diameter Indicates the diameter of the disc or drum used for the rear brake system, contributing to the bike's overall braking effectiveness and control.	130 mm	130 mm

Tyres and Brakes

Front Brake Diameter

Refers to the diameter of the disc or drum used for the front brake system on a petrol bike, influencing braking performance and heat dissipation.

270 mm

130 mm

Rear Brake Diameter

Indicates the diameter of the disc or drum used for the rear brake system, contributing to the bike's overall braking effectiveness and control.

130 mm

Underpinnings
Frame	Double Cradle Synchro STIFF	Diamond

Underpinnings

Frame

Double Cradle Synchro STIFF

Diamond

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