2009 Ford E-250 vs. 2005 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Tata Sumo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Tata Sumo would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-250 (225 HP) has 158 more horse power than 2005 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata Sumo weights approximately 914 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250.
Because 2005 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Sumo. 2009 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 2005 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2005 Tata Sumo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford E-250 | 2005 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | E-250 | Sumo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 388 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2410 mm |