2007 Chevrolet Lumina 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 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2012 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Sumo weights approximately 181 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2012 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. 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 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Sumo. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Sumo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
Model | Lumina | Sumo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5667 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1619 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2425 mm |