2004 Ford Freestyle vs. 2008 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2008 Tata Sumo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2008 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 65 kg more than 2008 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 Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestyle | 2008 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Freestyle | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2425 mm |
