2009 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2010 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2010 Tata Sumo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2010 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Sumo weights approximately 260 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Because 2010 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Mitsubishi Outlander (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Sumo.
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2009 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2010 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Tata |
Model | Outlander | Sumo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2425 mm |