2002 Seat Ibiza vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Sumo (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Sumo should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 785 kg more than 2002 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Ibiza. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Seat Ibiza | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Seat | Tata |
| Model | Ibiza | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2425 mm |
