2006 Rover 45 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 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Rover 45 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 45 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 620 kg more than 2006 Rover 45.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Rover 45. 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, 2011 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 45. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Rover 45 | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Rover | Tata |
Model | 45 | Sumo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1394 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2425 mm |