2008 Honda FR-V 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 Honda FR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda FR-V would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2010 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Sumo weights approximately 214 kg more than 2008 Honda FR-V.
Because 2010 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda FR-V. 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, 2008 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda FR-V | 2010 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | FR-V | Sumo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2425 mm |