1998 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick LeSabre (202 HP) has 135 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 390 kg more than 1998 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Buick LeSabre. 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, 1998 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Sumo. 1998 Buick LeSabre 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. 1998 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick LeSabre | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Buick | Tata |
Model | LeSabre | Sumo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2410 mm |