2007 Buick Rainier vs. 2009 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2009 Tata Sumo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Buick Rainier would be higher. At 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rainier (292 HP) has 225 more horse power than 2009 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Sumo weights approximately 330 kg more than 2007 Buick Rainier.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Sumo. 2007 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Sumo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Rainier | 2009 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Buick | Tata |
Model | Rainier | Sumo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 376 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |