2002 Renault Megane vs. 2009 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2009 Tata Sumo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Megane (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Sumo weights approximately 455 kg more than 2002 Renault Megane.
Because 2009 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Megane. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane. 2002 Renault Megane has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Sumo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Renault Megane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Renault Megane | 2009 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Renault | Tata |
Model | Megane | Sumo |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2425 mm |