2005 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2009 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Sumo weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Tata Sumo (223 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (217 Nm). This means 2009 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2009 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Tata |
| Model | Outlander | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2425 mm |
