1999 Ford Fiesta 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 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Fiesta (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Sumo weights approximately 824 kg more than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
Because 2009 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Fiesta. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Fiesta. (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
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1999 Ford Fiesta | 2009 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Fiesta | Sumo |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 976 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2425 mm |