2009 BMW 320 vs. 2007 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Tata Sumo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Tata Sumo would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Sumo weights approximately 220 kg more than 2009 BMW 320.
Because 2007 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2009 BMW 320 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 2007 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 320 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2425 mm |
