1997 Saturn SL vs. 2007 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2007 Tata Sumo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Saturn SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Saturn SL would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Saturn SL (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Saturn SL should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Sumo weights approximately 745 kg more than 1997 Saturn SL.
Because 2007 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Saturn SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Saturn SL. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Saturn SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Saturn SL | 2007 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Saturn | Tata |
| Model | SL | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1899 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1925 mm |
