2009 Ford Kuga vs. 2005 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2009 Ford Kuga 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Kuga (134 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata Sumo weights approximately 340 kg more than 2009 Ford Kuga.
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 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Kuga | 2005 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Kuga | Sumo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 320 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |