2006 Tata Sumo vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Tata Sumo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Tata Sumo. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Sumo weights approximately 571 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2006 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Sumo. 2004 Volkswagen Passat 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. 2004 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Tata Sumo | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
Model | Sumo | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 119 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1309 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |