2007 Fiat Strada 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 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Strada (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Sumo weights approximately 760 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Because 2009 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Strada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 2009 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | Strada | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2425 mm |
