2008 Ford Escape vs. 2012 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2012 Tata Sumo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2012 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Sumo.
Because 2012 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Escape | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Escape | Sumo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2425 mm |