1999 Kia Rio vs. 2010 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2010 Tata Sumo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Rio (98 HP) has 31 more horse power than 2010 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Sumo weights approximately 935 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio.
Because 2010 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Kia Rio (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Rio | 2010 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Kia | Tata |
| Model | Rio | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2410 mm |
