2005 Tata Sumo vs. 2000 Volkswagen AAC
To start off, 2005 Tata Sumo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen AAC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen AAC would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen AAC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen AAC (309 HP) has 242 more horse power than 2005 Tata Sumo. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen AAC should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata Sumo weights approximately 506 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen AAC.
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, 2000 Volkswagen AAC (765 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 646 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen AAC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Sumo. 2000 Volkswagen AAC has automatic transmission and 2005 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2005 Tata Sumo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Volkswagen AAC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Tata Sumo | 2000 Volkswagen AAC | |
| Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sumo | AAC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 309 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 765 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3310 mm |
