2009 GMC Sierra vs. 2009 Tata Sumo
To start off, both 2009 GMC Sierra 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 2009 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Sierra weights approximately 859 kg more than 2009 Tata Sumo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Sumo. 2009 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Sumo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 GMC Sierra | 2009 Tata Sumo | |
Make | GMC | Tata |
Model | Sierra | Sumo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6199 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2425 mm |