2005 Tata Sumo vs. 2011 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 6 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP) has 150 more horse power than 2005 Tata Sumo. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 22 kg more than 2005 Tata Sumo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Sumo. 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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. 2011 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Tata Sumo | 2011 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Tata | SsangYong |
| Model | Sumo | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
