2008 Mercury Sable vs. 2010 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2010 Tata Sumo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP) has 193 more horse power than 2010 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 131 kg more than 2010 Tata Sumo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Mercury Sable (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Sumo. 2008 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2010 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2010 Tata Sumo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercury Sable | 2010 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Mercury | Tata |
Model | Sable | Sumo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 333 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2410 mm |