2007 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 2008 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2008 Tata Sumo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti (94 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Sumo weights approximately 555 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Because 2008 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti. (131 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti.
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2007 Chevrolet Lacetti | 2008 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
Model | Lacetti | Sumo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2425 mm |