2010 Toyota Highlander vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 305 kg more than 2011 Tata Sumo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota Highlander (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Toyota Highlander | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Toyota | Tata |
| Model | Highlander | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4785 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2425 mm |
