2009 Subaru Legacy vs. 2008 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy 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 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (170 HP) has 103 more horse power than 2008 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Sumo weights approximately 370 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Sumo.
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2009 Subaru Legacy | 2008 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Subaru | Tata |
Model | Legacy | Sumo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 231 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |