2009 Subaru Legacy vs. 2007 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Tata Sumo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Tata Sumo would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2007 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Sumo weights approximately 365 kg more than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
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, 2007 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Legacy | 2007 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Subaru | Tata |
| Model | Legacy | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1726 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2425 mm |
