2005 Tata Sumo vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Tata Sumo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Tata Sumo would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (175 HP) has 108 more horse power than 2005 Tata Sumo. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Sumo.
Because 2005 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Sumo. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe 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. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Tata Sumo | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Tata | Hyundai |
| Model | Sumo | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4676 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
