2001 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2012 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2012 Tata Sumo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Vibe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Vibe would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Vibe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2012 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Sumo weights approximately 598 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Vibe.
Because 2012 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Pontiac Vibe. 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, 2012 Tata Sumo (223 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Vibe. (177 Nm). This means 2012 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Vibe | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Pontiac | Tata |
| Model | Vibe | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2425 mm |
