1999 Porsche Boxster 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 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (249 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2010 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Sumo weights approximately 540 kg more than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2010 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Porsche Boxster. 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, 1999 Porsche Boxster (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Porsche Boxster | 2010 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Porsche | Tata |
| Model | Boxster | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2425 mm |
