2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (166 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2008 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Sumo weights approximately 620 kg more than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2008 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2008 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Mazda | Tata |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Sumo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2425 mm |