2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Stilo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 456 kg more than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Fiat Stilo (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | Stilo | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2425 mm |
