2007 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2012 Tata Sumo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (197 HP) has 130 more horse power than 2012 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Sumo.
Because 2012 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Honda Civic (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | Civic | Sumo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 188 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |