2005 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2010 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2010 Tata Sumo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2010 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Sumo weights approximately 465 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2010 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Passat | 2010 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Volkswagen | Tata |
Model | Passat | Sumo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2425 mm |