2008 Opel Astra vs. 2008 Tata Sumo
To start off, both 2008 Opel Astra and 2008 Tata Sumo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Sumo weights approximately 310 kg more than 2008 Opel Astra.
Because 2008 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Opel Astra (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Astra | 2008 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Opel | Tata |
| Model | Astra | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2956 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 69 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2425 mm |
