2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Tata Sumo
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2008 Tata Sumo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider (197 HP) has 130 more horse power than 2008 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Sumo weights approximately 145 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2008 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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 Alfa Romeo Spider (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
Model | Spider | Sumo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 400 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |