2005 Renault Clio vs. 2008 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2008 Tata Sumo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (73 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Sumo weights approximately 635 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio.
Because 2008 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Clio | 2008 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Renault | Tata |
| Model | Clio | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1460 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2425 mm |
