2002 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2012 Tata Sumo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Laguna (133 HP) has 66 more horse power than 2012 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Sumo weights approximately 520 kg more than 2002 Renault Laguna.
Because 2012 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2002 Renault Laguna (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Sumo. 2002 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Sumo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Renault Laguna | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Renault | Tata |
Model | Laguna | Sumo |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 133 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 191 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |