2002 Nissan Altima vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Altima (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 385 kg more than 2002 Nissan Altima.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Nissan Altima. 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, 2002 Nissan Altima (338 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Altima | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | Altima | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3505 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2425 mm |
