2004 Honda Element 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 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2008 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Sumo weights approximately 201 kg more than 2004 Honda Element.
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, 2008 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Element | 2008 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | Element | Sumo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2425 mm |