2000 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2010 Tata Sumo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Astra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2010 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Sumo weights approximately 472 kg more than 2000 Opel Astra.
Because 2010 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Astra. 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, 2010 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Astra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Astra. 2000 Opel Astra has automatic transmission and 2010 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2010 Tata Sumo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Opel Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Opel Astra | 2010 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Opel | Tata |
Model | Astra | Sumo |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1328 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2425 mm |