2007 BMW 550 vs. 2012 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2012 Tata Sumo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2012 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Sumo weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 BMW 550.
Because 2012 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 BMW 550 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 550 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2425 mm |
