1993 Porsche 928 vs. 2007 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2007 Tata Sumo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2007 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Sumo weights approximately 270 kg more than 1993 Porsche 928.
Because 2007 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1993 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 928 | 2007 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Porsche | Tata |
| Model | 928 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4662 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2425 mm |
