1998 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2007 Tata Sumo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 325 (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Sumo weights approximately 366 kg more than 1998 BMW 325.
Because 2007 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 325. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 325. (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 325 | 2007 Tata Sumo | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | 325 | Sumo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2425 mm |