2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2005 Tata Sumo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP) has 215 more horse power than 2005 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 352 kg more than 2005 Tata Sumo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Sumo. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2005 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2005 Tata Sumo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
Model | Suburban | Sumo |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5327 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 441 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2410 mm |