2009 Ford Escape vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 834 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Escape. 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, 2011 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape. 2009 Ford Escape 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. 2009 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Escape | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2486 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2425 mm |
