2008 Honda HR-V vs. 2009 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2009 Tata Sumo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda HR-V (122 HP) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Sumo weights approximately 563 kg more than 2008 Honda HR-V.
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 Honda HR-V (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda HR-V | 2009 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | HR-V | Sumo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 144 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |