2012 Tata Sumo vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, both 2012 Tata Sumo and 2012 Mazda 2 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 2 (95 HP) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Tata Sumo. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Sumo weights approximately 780 kg more than 2012 Mazda 2.
Because 2012 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Mazda 2 (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Tata Sumo | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Tata | Mazda |
| Model | Sumo | 2 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 95 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2489 mm |
