2009 Fiat Fiorino vs. 2006 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Fiorino 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Fiorino (74 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Fiorino should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Sumo weights approximately 710 kg more than 2009 Fiat Fiorino.
Because 2006 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Fiat Fiorino (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Fiorino | 2006 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | Fiorino | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
