2007 Ford Edge vs. 2008 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2008 Tata Sumo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Edge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Edge would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2008 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Sumo.
Because 2008 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Edge. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Sumo. 2007 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 2008 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2008 Tata Sumo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Edge | 2008 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Edge | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2425 mm |
