2004 Rover Streetwise 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 Rover Streetwise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover Streetwise would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover Streetwise (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover Streetwise should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 350 kg more than 2004 Rover Streetwise.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Rover Streetwise. 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 Rover Streetwise (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Rover Streetwise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Rover Streetwise | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Rover | Tata |
| Model | Streetwise | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 177 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 | 1450 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2425 mm |
