2011 Chevrolet Volt vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, both 2011 Chevrolet Volt and 2011 Tata Sumo were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Volt (149 HP) has 80 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Volt should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 85 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Volt.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Volt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Chevrolet Volt (370 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Volt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Volt | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
| Model | Volt | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1400 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 69 HP |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Single Speed | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4498 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1788 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1438 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2425 mm |
