2006 Opel Astra vs. 2006 Tata Sumo
To start off, both 2006 Opel Astra and 2006 Tata Sumo were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (148 HP) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Sumo.
Because 2006 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Opel Astra (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 2006 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Opel | Tata |
| Model | Astra | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
