2010 Tata Sumo vs. 2012 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2012 Renault Trafic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Tata Sumo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Tata Sumo would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Trafic (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2010 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Trafic should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Sumo.
Because 2010 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Trafic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2012 Renault Trafic (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Tata Sumo | 2012 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Tata | Renault |
| Model | Sumo | Trafic |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4258 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1726 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1925 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2425 mm | 3100 mm |
