1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 48 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Sumo. 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Sumo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
| Model | Trans Sport | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2425 mm |
