2002 Toyota Caldina vs. 2006 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2006 Tata Sumo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Caldina (155 HP) has 88 more horse power than 2006 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Sumo weights approximately 500 kg more than 2002 Toyota Caldina.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Caldina (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Sumo. 2002 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 2006 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2006 Tata Sumo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Toyota Caldina | 2006 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Toyota | Tata |
Model | Caldina | Sumo |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 196 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |