2002 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Tata Safari would be higher. Both 2002 Tata Safari and 2009 Tata Sumo are equipped with a 1,948 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Tata Safari (136 HP) has 69 more horse power than 2009 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Tata Safari weights approximately 160 kg more than 2009 Tata Sumo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Tata Safari | 2009 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Tata | Tata |
Model | Safari | Sumo |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 181 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |