2009 Tata Sumo vs. 2009 Kia Carnival
To start off, both 2009 Tata Sumo and 2009 Kia Carnival were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2009 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carnival weights approximately 420 kg more than 2009 Tata Sumo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Sumo. 2009 Kia Carnival has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Sumo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Carnival will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Sumo | 2009 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Tata | Kia |
| Model | Sumo | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4258 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1726 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1925 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2425 mm | 2910 mm |
