2000 Toyota Avalon vs. 2010 Tata Sumo

To start off, 2010 Tata Sumo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avalon (280 HP) has 213 more horse power than 2010 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Sumo weights approximately 340 kg more than 2000 Toyota Avalon.

Because 2010 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Avalon. 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, 2000 Toyota Avalon (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Sumo. 2000 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2010 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2010 Tata Sumo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Toyota Avalon 2010 Tata Sumo
Make Toyota Tata
Model Avalon Sumo
Year Released 2000 2010
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2995 cc 1948 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 280 HP 67 HP
Torque 289 Nm 119 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1880 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1980 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2410 mm


 

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