1995 Ford Ranger vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Ranger (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 405 kg more than 1995 Ford Ranger.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Ranger. 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, 2011 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Ranger | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Ranger | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2425 mm |
