2005 Honda Jazz vs. 2012 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2012 Tata Sumo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Jazz (77 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Sumo weights approximately 832 kg more than 2005 Honda Jazz.
Because 2012 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Jazz (151 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Jazz | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Honda | Tata |
| Model | Jazz | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
