2006 Kia Rio vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Rio would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Rio (97 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 647 kg more than 2006 Kia Rio.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Rio | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Kia | Tata |
Model | Rio | Sumo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1153 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2425 mm |