2004 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2006 Tata Sumo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (108 HP) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Sumo weights approximately 723 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
Because 2006 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Honda Civic (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2006 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | Civic | Sumo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 135 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1157 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |