2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2012 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2012 Tata Sumo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 2012 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Sumo weights approximately 539 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
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 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (536 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Sumo. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Sumo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2425 mm |
