2001 BMW Compact vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Compact. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Compact would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Compact (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Compact should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 220 kg more than 2001 BMW Compact.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW Compact. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2001 BMW Compact (237 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Compact will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Compact | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | Compact | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2425 mm |
