2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Tata Sumo
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2009 Tata Sumo were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (256 HP) has 189 more horse power than 2009 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Sumo weights approximately 115 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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 (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 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 2009 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
Model | Spider | Sumo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 322 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 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 | 1765 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |