2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Tata Sumo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Tata Sumo would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (237 HP) has 170 more horse power than 2007 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Sumo weights approximately 332 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2007 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
| Model | Spider | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
