2001 Kia Sportage vs. 2007 Tata Sumo

To start off, 2007 Tata Sumo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Sportage (126 HP) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Sumo weights approximately 423 kg more than 2001 Kia Sportage.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Sumo.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Kia Sportage 2007 Tata Sumo
Make Kia Tata
Model Sportage Sumo
Year Released 2001 2007
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1948 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 126 HP 67 HP
Torque 175 Nm 119 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1457 kg 1880 kg
Vehicle Length 4250 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1980 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2410 mm