2004 Opel Zafira vs. 2007 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2007 Tata Sumo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Zafira (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Sumo weights approximately 250 kg more than 2004 Opel Zafira.
Because 2007 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Opel Zafira (270 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Zafira | 2007 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Opel | Tata |
| Model | Zafira | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2425 mm |
