2003 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2012 Tata Sumo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Corolla (96 HP) has 29 more horse power than 2012 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Sumo weights approximately 795 kg more than 2003 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2012 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2003 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Toyota | Tata |
| Model | Corolla | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
