2008 Cadillac SRX vs. 2009 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2009 Tata Sumo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Cadillac SRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Cadillac SRX would be higher. At 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2009 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Sumo weights approximately 165 kg more than 2008 Cadillac SRX.
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, 2008 Cadillac SRX (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Sumo. 2008 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Sumo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Cadillac SRX | 2009 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Cadillac | Tata |
Model | SRX | Sumo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2425 mm |