2005 Scion tC vs. 2005 Tata Sumo
To start off, both 2005 Scion tC and 2005 Tata Sumo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,361 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Scion tC (158 HP) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata Sumo weights approximately 562 kg more than 2005 Scion tC.
Because 2005 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Scion tC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Scion tC (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Scion tC | 2005 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Scion | Tata |
| Model | tC | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2361 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
