1996 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 2012 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2012 Tata Sumo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 De Tomaso Bigua would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2012 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Sumo weights approximately 400 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua.
Because 2012 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. 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, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Sumo.
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1996 De Tomaso Bigua | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
Make | De Tomaso | Tata |
Model | Bigua | Sumo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2425 mm |