2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Tata Sumo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Tata Sumo would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (295 HP) has 228 more horse power than 2005 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 657 kg more than 2005 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 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Sumo. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2005 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2005 Tata Sumo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
Model | Express | Sumo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 454 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2410 mm |