2009 Nissan Frontier vs. 2006 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Tata Sumo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Tata Sumo would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP) has 194 more horse power than 2006 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Sumo weights approximately 438 kg more than 2009 Nissan Frontier.
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 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Frontier | 2006 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | Frontier | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2410 mm |
