2009 Citroen C3 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 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C3 (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Sumo weights approximately 795 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3.

Because 2012 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C3. 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Citroen C3 2012 Tata Sumo
Make Citroen Tata
Model C3 Sumo
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1360 cc 2956 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 75 HP 69 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 3000 RPM
Torque 115 Nm 223 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 167 km/hour 120 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1005 kg 1800 kg
Vehicle Length 3860 mm 4258 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1726 mm
Vehicle Height 1670 mm 1925 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2425 mm


 

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