2005 BMW 325 vs. 2012 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2012 Tata Sumo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2012 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Sumo weights approximately 340 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 325 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2425 mm |
