2005 Tata Indigo vs. 2012 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2012 Tata Sumo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Sumo (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Tata Indigo. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Sumo should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Sumo weights approximately 780 kg more than 2005 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Indigo. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Tata Indigo | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Tata | Tata |
Model | Indigo | Sumo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2425 mm |