2006 Renault Clio 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 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (97 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 850 kg more than 2006 Renault Clio.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Clio. 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, 2006 Renault Clio (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Renault | Tata |
| Model | Clio | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
