2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2006 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Tata Sumo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Tata Sumo would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 295 kg more than 2006 Tata Sumo.
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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover Discovery | 2006 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Land Rover | Tata |
Model | Discovery | Sumo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 340 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |