2009 Citroen C8 vs. 2009 Tata Sumo

To start off, both 2009 Citroen C8 and 2009 Tata Sumo were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C8 (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Sumo weights approximately 57 kg more than 2009 Citroen C8.

Because 2009 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Sumo.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Citroen C8 2009 Tata Sumo
Make Citroen Tata
Model C8 Sumo
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 2956 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 106 HP 69 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Torque 270 Nm 223 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 174 km/hour 120 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1743 kg 1800 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4258 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1726 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1925 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2425 mm


 

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