2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2007 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2007 Tata Sumo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2007 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Sumo weights approximately 115 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2007 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Sumo. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2007 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2007 Tata Sumo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2007 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Tata |
| Model | Santa Fe | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2425 mm |
