2007 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Tata Sumo
To start off, both 2007 BMW X5 and 2007 Tata Sumo were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (283 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2007 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 BMW X5 (440 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Sumo. 2007 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2007 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2007 Tata Sumo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 BMW X5 | 2007 Tata Sumo | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | X5 | Sumo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2425 mm |