2007 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP) has 175 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 130 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 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Sumo. 2007 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Sumo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Legacy | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Subaru | Tata |
| Model | Legacy | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
