2006 Peugeot 206 vs. 2009 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2009 Tata Sumo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 206 (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Sumo weights approximately 846 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 206.
Because 2009 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Peugeot 206. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 206. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Peugeot 206 | 2009 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Peugeot | Tata |
| Model | 206 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2425 mm |
