2005 Tata Sumo vs. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 8 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (316 HP) has 249 more horse power than 2005 Tata Sumo. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 762 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, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Sumo. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban 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. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Tata Sumo | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Tata | Chevrolet |
Model | Sumo | Suburban |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 316 HP |
Torque | 119 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3302 mm |