2004 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (148 HP) has 81 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 569 kg more than 2004 Toyota RAV4.
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 Toyota RAV4 (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota RAV4 | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Toyota | Tata |
| Model | RAV4 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
