2005 Tata Sumo vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2005 Tata Sumo and 2005 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (217 HP) has 150 more horse power than 2005 Tata Sumo. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata Sumo weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 Volvo V70.
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, 2005 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Sumo. 2005 Volvo V70 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. 2005 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Tata Sumo | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Tata | Volvo |
Model | Sumo | V70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 119 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |