2004 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2008 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Sumo weights approximately 770 kg more than 2004 Mazda 6.
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, 2004 Mazda 6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 6 | 2008 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Mazda | Tata |
| Model | 6 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2425 mm |
