2011 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2008 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Sumo weights approximately 411 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Porsche 911. 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 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Porsche 911 | 2008 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Porsche | Tata |
Model | 911 | Sumo |
Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1389 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1311 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2425 mm |