2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2005 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2005 Tata Sumo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (232 HP) has 165 more horse power than 2005 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 567 kg more than 2005 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (395 Nm) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Sumo. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2005 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2005 Tata Sumo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Ford Expedition | 2005 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Expedition | Sumo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 395 Nm | 119 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2447 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |