2008 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 2008 Tata Sumo
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti (95 HP) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Sumo weights approximately 630 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Because 2008 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, 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 Chevrolet Lacetti (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti | 2008 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
| Model | Lacetti | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
