2005 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2007 Tata Sumo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Sumo weights approximately 584 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus.
Because 2007 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2007 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Focus | Sumo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2425 mm |