1995 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2006 Tata Sumo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (89 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Sumo weights approximately 738 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort.
Because 2006 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1995 Ford Escort (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2006 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Escort | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1142 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
