2006 Volkswagen Pickup vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Pickup would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Pickup (81 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Pickup should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2006 Volkswagen Pickup (132 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Pickup | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Tata |
| Model | Pickup | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
