2009 Chevrolet Captiva 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 Chevrolet Captiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Captiva would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2012 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Sumo weights approximately 539 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva.
Because 2012 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. 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, 2012 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva.
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2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
Model | Captiva | Sumo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2405 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2425 mm |