2010 Kia Rio vs. 2009 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Tata Sumo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Tata Sumo would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Rio (110 HP) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Sumo weights approximately 774 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio.
Because 2009 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Rio. 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, 2010 Kia Rio (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Kia Rio | 2009 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Kia | Tata |
| Model | Rio | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1106 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4026 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2499 mm | 2410 mm |
