2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 2010 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2010 Tata Sumo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 431 more horse power than 2010 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Sumo weights approximately 828 kg more than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500.
Because 2010 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Shelby GT 500 (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 2010 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Shelby GT 500 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2425 mm |
