1999 Ford Telstar vs. 2010 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2010 Tata Sumo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2010 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Sumo weights approximately 525 kg more than 1999 Ford Telstar.
Because 2010 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Telstar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Telstar. (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Telstar | 2010 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Telstar | Sumo |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1925 mm |