2005 Nissan Hardbody 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 Nissan Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Hardbody would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 305 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Hardbody | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | Hardbody | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1800 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2425 mm |
