2007 Tata Sumo vs. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2007 Tata Sumo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2007 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Sumo weights approximately 78 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera.
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, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Sumo. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera has automatic transmission and 2007 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2007 Tata Sumo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Tata Sumo | 2001 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Tata | Vauxhall |
Model | Sumo | Frontera |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2956 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4258 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1726 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1925 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2425 mm | 2470 mm |