2010 Kia Soul vs. 2007 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 3 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, 2010 Kia Soul (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Sumo weights approximately 530 kg more than 2010 Kia Soul.
Because 2007 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Soul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Kia Soul | 2007 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Kia | Tata |
| Model | Soul | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4105 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2425 mm |
