2011 Tata Sumo vs. 2010 BMW 330
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 330. 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, 2010 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Tata Sumo | 2010 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Tata | BMW |
| Model | Sumo | 330 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4258 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1726 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1925 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2425 mm | 2810 mm |
