2003 Mitsubishi Magna 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 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 345 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mitsubishi Magna | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Tata |
| Model | Magna | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2425 mm |
