2009 BMW 325 vs. 2012 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2012 Tata Sumo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2012 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Sumo weights approximately 305 kg more than 2009 BMW 325.
Because 2012 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 325 (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 325 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2425 mm |
