2008 Renault Kangoo vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Kangoo (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 395 kg more than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
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, 2011 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Kangoo | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Renault | Tata |
| Model | Kangoo | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1869 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 147 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2425 mm |
