2008 Toyota Highlander 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 Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (270 HP) has 203 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 496 kg more than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Highlander. 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 Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Sumo. 2008 Toyota Highlander 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 Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Highlander | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Toyota | Tata |
| Model | Highlander | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3546 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
