2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2007 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva 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 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2007 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Sumo weights approximately 35 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Sumo.
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2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 2007 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
Model | Captiva | Sumo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2405 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 220 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |