2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2008 Tata Sumo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 437 more horse power than 2008 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Sumo weights approximately 349 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2008 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
| Model | Corvette | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6998 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 506 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2425 mm |
