2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2005 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Tata Sumo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Tata Sumo would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (172 HP) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata Sumo weights approximately 665 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Because 2005 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper | 2005 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Mini | Tata |
| Model | Cooper | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
