2008 Nissan Sentra vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 605 kg more than 2011 Tata Sumo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Sentra | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | Sentra | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2425 mm |
