2006 Cadillac DTS vs. 2006 Tata Sumo
To start off, both 2006 Cadillac DTS and 2006 Tata Sumo were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac DTS (275 HP) has 208 more horse power than 2006 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Sumo weights approximately 122 kg more than 2006 Cadillac DTS.
Because 2006 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac DTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Cadillac DTS (388 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Sumo. 2006 Cadillac DTS has automatic transmission and 2006 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2006 Tata Sumo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac DTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac DTS | 2006 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Tata |
| Model | DTS | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |
