2008 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2010 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2010 Tata Sumo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Daihatsu Copen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Daihatsu Copen would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Sumo (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Sumo should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Sumo weights approximately 895 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Copen | 2010 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Tata |
| Model | Copen | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2425 mm |
