2011 Hyundai Grandeur vs. 2011 Tata Sumo

To start off, both 2011 Hyundai Grandeur 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 Hyundai Grandeur (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Grandeur should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Grandeur weights approximately 37 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.

Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Grandeur. 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 Hyundai Grandeur (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Grandeur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Sumo. 2011 Hyundai Grandeur has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Sumo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai Grandeur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Hyundai Grandeur 2011 Tata Sumo
Make Hyundai Tata
Model Grandeur Sumo
Year Released 2011 2011
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2188 cc 2956 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 153 HP 69 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Torque 343 Nm 223 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 17.3:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1837 kg 1800 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4258 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1726 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1925 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2425 mm


 

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