2005 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (117 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 729 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. 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 Honda Civic (151 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Honda | Tata |
| Model | Civic | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1685 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
