2003 Eagle Talon vs. 2005 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2005 Tata Sumo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Eagle Talon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Eagle Talon would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Eagle Talon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Eagle Talon (208 HP) has 141 more horse power than 2005 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata Sumo weights approximately 460 kg more than 2003 Eagle Talon.
Because 2005 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Eagle Talon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2003 Eagle Talon (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Eagle Talon | 2005 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Eagle | Tata |
| Model | Talon | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
