2005 Tata Sumo vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Tata Sumo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (201 HP) has 134 more horse power than 2005 Tata Sumo. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata Sumo weights approximately 410 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Tata Sumo | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sumo | Bora |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
