2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2008 Tata Sumo
To start off, both 2008 Ford Taurus X and 2008 Tata Sumo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (264 HP) has 197 more horse power than 2008 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Sumo weights approximately 803 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Because 2008 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Taurus X. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Ford Taurus X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Sumo. 2008 Ford Taurus X has automatic transmission and 2008 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2008 Tata Sumo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Taurus X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus X | 2008 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Taurus X | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2410 mm |
