2007 Toyota Avalon 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 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 3,454 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 199 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 445 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avalon.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Avalon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Sumo. 2007 Toyota Avalon 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 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Toyota Avalon | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Toyota | Tata |
Model | Avalon | Sumo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3454 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 69 HP |
Torque | 336 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 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 | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2425 mm |