2009 BMW 335 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 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 335 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2012 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Sumo weights approximately 250 kg more than 2009 BMW 335.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 335 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2425 mm |
