2011 Ford F-150 vs. 2008 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 3 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2008 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 579 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 2011 Ford F-150. 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Sumo. 2011 Ford F-150 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. 2011 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford F-150 | 2008 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | F-150 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2379 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2425 mm |
