2006 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2009 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2009 Tata Sumo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (331 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2009 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 366 kg more than 2009 Tata Sumo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2009 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Tata |
| Model | Phaeton | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2425 mm |
