2000 Infiniti I vs. 2012 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2012 Tata Sumo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Infiniti I would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2012 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Sumo weights approximately 290 kg more than 2000 Infiniti I.
Because 2012 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Infiniti I. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti I | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Infiniti | Tata |
| Model | I | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2425 mm |
