2005 Kia Rio 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 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (82 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Sumo weights approximately 865 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio.
Because 2009 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Rio. 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 Kia Rio (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 2009 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Kia | Tata |
| Model | Rio | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1342 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2410 mm |
