2011 Tata Sumo vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 145 kg more than 2009 BMW 330.
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, 2009 BMW 330 (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Sumo. 2009 BMW 330 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. 2009 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Tata Sumo | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Tata | BMW |
| Model | Sumo | 330 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4258 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1726 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1925 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2425 mm | 2770 mm |
