1999 Daewoo Chairman vs. 2009 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2009 Tata Sumo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daewoo Chairman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daewoo Chairman would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daewoo Chairman (150 HP) has 83 more horse power than 2009 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Sumo weights approximately 335 kg more than 1999 Daewoo Chairman.
Because 2009 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Daewoo Chairman. 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, 1999 Daewoo Chairman (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Sumo. 1999 Daewoo Chairman has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Sumo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Daewoo Chairman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daewoo Chairman | 2009 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Daewoo | Tata |
| Model | Chairman | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1980 mm |
