2006 Ford E-350 vs. 2009 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2009 Tata Sumo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2009 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1056 kg more than 2009 Tata Sumo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-350 | 2009 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | E-350 | Sumo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2425 mm |