2005 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 355 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
Model | GTV | Sumo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3178 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2425 mm |