2005 Skoda Fabia 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 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Fabia (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 595 kg more than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Skoda Fabia. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Skoda Fabia | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Skoda | Tata |
| Model | Fabia | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2425 mm |
