2004 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2008 Tata Sumo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2008 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Sumo weights approximately 183 kg more than 2004 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2008 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2004 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick LeSabre | 2008 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Buick | Tata |
Model | LeSabre | Sumo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2425 mm |