2010 Ford Edge vs. 2006 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2010 Ford Edge is newer by 4 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 3,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Edge (225 HP) has 158 more horse power than 2006 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 490 kg more than 2006 Tata Sumo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Edge. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Ford Edge (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Sumo. 2010 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 2006 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2006 Tata Sumo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Ford Edge | 2006 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Edge | Sumo |
Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 387 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5504 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2093 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3505 mm | 2410 mm |