2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 270 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
Model | Spider | Sumo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2425 mm |