2011 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2009 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 2 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP) has 180 more horse power than 2009 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 163 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.
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, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Sumo. 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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. 2011 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Honda Ridgeline | 2009 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Honda | Tata |
| Model | Ridgeline | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2410 mm |
