2006 Renault Megane 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 Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Megane (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 580 kg more than 2006 Renault Megane.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Megane. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (128 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Megane | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Renault | Tata |
| Model | Megane | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2425 mm |
