2009 Nissan Altima vs. 2008 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2009 Nissan Altima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Tata Sumo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Tata Sumo would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2008 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Sumo weights approximately 246 kg more than 2009 Nissan Altima.
Because 2008 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Altima | 2008 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | Altima | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2425 mm |
