2009 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Optra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Optra would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Optra (108 HP) has 39 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Optra should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 539 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Optra.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Optra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Optra. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Optra.
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2009 Chevrolet Optra | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
Model | Optra | Sumo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 69 HP |
Torque | 150 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2425 mm |