2001 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2009 Tata Sumo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Accord (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2009 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Sumo weights approximately 490 kg more than 2001 Honda Accord.
Because 2009 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Accord. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Accord. (189 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Accord | 2009 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | Accord | Sumo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2425 mm |