2005 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 295 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2005 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 330 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2425 mm |
