2005 BMW 330 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 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2012 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Sumo weights approximately 185 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Because 2012 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, 2012 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 (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 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 2012 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 330 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2425 mm |
