2003 SsangYong Korando vs. 2008 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2008 Tata Sumo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Korando (138 HP) has 71 more horse power than 2008 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Sumo.
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, 2003 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Sumo.
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2003 SsangYong Korando | 2008 Tata Sumo | |
Make | SsangYong | Tata |
Model | Korando | Sumo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 209 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |