2006 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2007 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2007 Tata Sumo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2007 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Sumo weights approximately 638 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2007 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Volkswagen Golf | 2007 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Volkswagen | Tata |
Model | Golf | Sumo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 206 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 | 1162 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2425 mm |