2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP) has 116 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 128 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport. 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 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Sumo. 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Sumo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
Model | Trans Sport | Sumo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 285 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2410 mm |