1997 Pontiac Bonneville 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 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Bonneville (200 HP) has 131 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 240 kg more than 1997 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Pontiac Bonneville. 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 Pontiac Bonneville (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Sumo. 1997 Pontiac Bonneville 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 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Pontiac Bonneville | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Pontiac | Tata |
Model | Bonneville | Sumo |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 69 HP |
Torque | 318 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2425 mm |