1998 Rover 400 vs. 2009 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2009 Tata Sumo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 400 (109 HP) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Sumo.
Because 2009 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Rover 400. 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, 1998 Rover 400 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 400 | 2009 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Rover | Tata |
| Model | 400 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
