2011 Tata Sumo vs. 2002 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota RAV4 (145 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 525 kg more than 2002 Toyota RAV4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota RAV4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota RAV4. 2002 Toyota RAV4 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. 2002 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Tata Sumo | 2002 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Tata | Toyota |
Model | Sumo | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2956 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4258 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1726 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1925 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2425 mm | 2500 mm |