2005 Ford Ka 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 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Ka would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ka (94 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 664 kg more than 2005 Ford Ka.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Ka. 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, 2011 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Ka | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Ka | Sumo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2425 mm |