2006 Toyota Highlander vs. 2012 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2012 Tata Sumo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2012 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Sumo weights approximately 445 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota Highlander | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Toyota | Tata |
Model | Highlander | Sumo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2425 mm |