2011 Tata Sumo vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 207 kg more than 2010 Citroen C5.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Citroen C5 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Sumo. 2010 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Sumo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Tata Sumo | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Tata | Citroen |
Model | Sumo | C5 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2956 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1593 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4258 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1726 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1925 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2425 mm | 2760 mm |