2003 Toyota Ipsum vs. 2006 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2006 Tata Sumo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Ipsum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Ipsum would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Ipsum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Ipsum (157 HP) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Ipsum should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Sumo weights approximately 90 kg more than 2003 Toyota Ipsum.
Because 2006 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Ipsum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Ipsum (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Ipsum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Ipsum | 2006 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Toyota | Tata |
| Model | Ipsum | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
