2011 Lotus Exige vs. 2008 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Tata Sumo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Tata Sumo would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2008 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Sumo weights approximately 891 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Because 2008 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2011 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lotus Exige | 2008 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Lotus | Tata |
| Model | Exige | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 909 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3797 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1727 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1158 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2299 mm | 2425 mm |
