2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 2009 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2009 Tata Sumo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Picasso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Picasso would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Picasso (114 HP) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Picasso should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Sumo weights approximately 550 kg more than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Because 2009 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen Picasso. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Citroen Picasso (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Picasso | 2009 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | Picasso | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
