2008 Opel Vivaro vs. 2008 Tata Sumo
To start off, both 2008 Opel Vivaro 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vivaro (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Sumo weights approximately 123 kg more than 2008 Opel Vivaro.
Because 2008 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Vivaro. 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 Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Vivaro | 2008 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Opel | Tata |
| Model | Vivaro | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2425 mm |
