2009 Tata Sumo vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Tata Sumo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Tata Sumo would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP) has 250 more horse power than 2009 Tata Sumo. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 505 kg more than 2009 Tata Sumo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Titan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2012 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Sumo. 2012 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Sumo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Tata Sumo | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Tata | Nissan |
Model | Sumo | Titan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 317 HP |
Torque | 119 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 4060 mm |