2006 Tata Sumo vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Tata Sumo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Tata Sumo would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP) has 195 more horse power than 2006 Tata Sumo. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 Tata Sumo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Sienna. 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Sumo. 2013 Toyota Sienna 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. 2013 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Tata Sumo | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Tata | Toyota |
| Model | Sumo | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 262 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1985 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3030 mm |
