2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2012 Tata Sumo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 431 more horse power than 2012 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 513 kg more than 2012 Tata Sumo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Dodge Ram (713 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Dodge | Tata |
| Model | Ram | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 713 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2425 mm |
