2008 Toyota Avensis 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 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avensis (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 400 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avensis.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Avensis. 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (231 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Sumo. 2008 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Sumo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Toyota Avensis | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Toyota | Tata |
Model | Avensis | Sumo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2362 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2425 mm |