2003 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2012 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2012 Tata Sumo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daewoo Kalos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daewoo Kalos would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daewoo Kalos (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Sumo weights approximately 845 kg more than 2003 Daewoo Kalos.
Because 2012 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. 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, 2012 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daewoo Kalos | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Daewoo | Tata |
Model | Kalos | Sumo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1150 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 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 | 955 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2425 mm |