2010 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2008 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Tata Sumo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Tata Sumo would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2008 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 244 kg more than 2008 Tata Sumo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Sumo. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 2008 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2008 Tata Sumo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | 2008 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Chrysler | Tata |
| Model | Town & Country | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2044 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1953 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1814 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2425 mm |
