2006 Ford Territory vs. 2006 Tata Sumo

To start off, both 2006 Ford Territory 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 3,983 cc, 2006 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Territory (244 HP) has 177 more horse power than 2006 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Sumo weights approximately 165 kg more than 2006 Ford Territory.

Because 2006 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Territory. 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 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Sumo. 2006 Ford Territory 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 Ford Territory will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford Territory 2006 Tata Sumo
Make Ford Tata
Model Territory Sumo
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Crossover SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3983 cc 1948 cc
Horse Power 244 HP 67 HP
Torque 380 Nm 119 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1715 kg 1880 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1980 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2410 mm