2007 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2007 Tata Sumo
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Equinox 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 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2007 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 560 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.
Because 2007 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. 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 Chevrolet Equinox (286 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Sumo. 2007 Chevrolet Equinox 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 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | 2007 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
| Model | Equinox | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2425 mm |
