2009 Honda S2000 vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 316 kg more than 2009 Honda S2000.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda S2000 | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | S2000 | Sumo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2425 mm |