1997 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2009 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2009 Tata Sumo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Hyundai Sonata (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Sumo weights approximately 540 kg more than 1997 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2009 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Hyundai Sonata. 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Hyundai Sonata. (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Hyundai Sonata | 2009 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Tata |
| Model | Sonata | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2425 mm |
