1992 Citroen BX vs. 2009 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2009 Tata Sumo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen BX (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Sumo weights approximately 760 kg more than 1992 Citroen BX.
Because 2009 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Tata Sumo 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, 2009 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 2009 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | BX | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2425 mm |
