2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2012 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2012 Tata Sumo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 4,735 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP) has 353 more horse power than 2012 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Sumo.
Because 2012 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Tata |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4735 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
