2005 Porsche 996 vs. 2006 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2006 Tata Sumo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (414 HP) has 347 more horse power than 2006 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Sumo weights approximately 386 kg more than 2005 Porsche 996.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Porsche 996 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche 996 | 2006 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Porsche | Tata |
Model | 996 | Sumo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3589 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 560 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |