1995 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2008 Tata Sumo is newer by 13 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Sumo weights approximately 595 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort.
Because 2008 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, 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, 2008 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Escort | 2008 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Escort | Sumo |
Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1925 mm |