2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2010 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2010 Tata Sumo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Palio II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Palio II would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Palio II (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Sumo weights approximately 425 kg more than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Because 2010 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Palio II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Palio II | 2010 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Fiat | Tata |
Model | Palio II | Sumo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2425 mm |