2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2010 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2010 Tata Sumo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse (146 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2010 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Sumo weights approximately 395 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 2010 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2010 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Tata |
| Model | Eclipse | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2425 mm |
