2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2006 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Tata Sumo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Tata Sumo would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (285 HP) has 218 more horse power than 2006 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Sumo weights approximately 619 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
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 TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Sumo. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 2006 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2006 Tata Sumo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2006 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
