1996 Ford Probe vs. 2007 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2007 Tata Sumo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Probe would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Probe (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Sumo weights approximately 570 kg more than 1996 Ford Probe.
Because 2007 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Probe. 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, 2007 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Probe. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Probe | 2007 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Probe | Sumo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2425 mm |