2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Tata Sumo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Tata Sumo would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (107 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata Sumo weights approximately 830 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Because 2005 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Fiat Palio (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2005 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | Palio | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
