2007 Mitsubishi Colt 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 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2012 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 70 kg more than 2012 Tata Sumo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Tata |
| Model | Colt | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2425 mm |
