2007 Tata Sumo vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2007 Tata Sumo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2007 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Sumo weights approximately 220 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.
Because 2007 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Sumo. 2002 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2007 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2007 Tata Sumo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Tata Sumo | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Tata | Acura |
| Model | Sumo | CL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4258 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1726 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1925 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2425 mm | 2580 mm |
