2003 Caterham 7 vs. 2007 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2007 Tata Sumo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Caterham 7 (160 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2007 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Sumo weights approximately 1300 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7.
Because 2007 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Caterham 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (176 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Caterham 7 | 2007 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Caterham | Tata |
| Model | 7 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2425 mm |
