2003 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 4,553 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 275 kg more than 2011 Tata Sumo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Sumo. 2003 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Sumo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Land Rover Discovery | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Land Rover | Tata |
Model | Discovery | Sumo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4553 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2425 mm |