2011 Tata Sumo vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 430 kg more than 2006 Rover 75.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Rover 75. 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 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75. 2006 Rover 75 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. 2006 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Tata Sumo | 2006 Rover 75 | |
Make | Tata | Rover |
Model | Sumo | 75 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2956 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4258 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1726 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1925 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2425 mm | 2750 mm |