2006 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix (260 HP) has 193 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 533 kg more than 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Pontiac Grand Prix (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Pontiac | Tata |
| Model | Grand Prix | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
