2008 Seat Alhambra vs. 2005 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Tata Sumo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Tata Sumo would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Alhambra (89 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata Sumo weights approximately 214 kg more than 2008 Seat Alhambra.
Because 2005 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Seat Alhambra (241 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Alhambra | 2005 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Seat | Tata |
| Model | Alhambra | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
