2008 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 2007 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Tata Sumo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Tata Sumo would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Sumo weights approximately 516 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Because 2007 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. 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, 2007 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti | 2007 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
| Model | Lacetti | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2425 mm |
