2007 Honda Element vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP) has 99 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 70 kg more than 2011 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 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Element | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | Element | Sumo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 218 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |