2008 Tata Sumo vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Tata Sumo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Tata Sumo would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (381 HP) has 314 more horse power than 2008 Tata Sumo. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Sumo weights approximately 196 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2008 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Tundra. 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (545 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Sumo. 2012 Toyota Tundra 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. 2012 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Tata Sumo | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Tata | Toyota |
Model | Sumo | Tundra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 381 HP |
Torque | 119 Nm | 545 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3710 mm |