2007 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2009 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Sumo weights approximately 260 kg more than 2007 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2009 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Frontier. 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Frontier | 2009 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Nissan | Tata |
Model | Frontier | Sumo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 382 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2425 mm |