2011 Tata Sumo vs. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, both 2011 Tata Sumo and 2011 Chevrolet Cruze were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 495 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze 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. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Tata Sumo | 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Tata | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sumo | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11:00 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4258 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1726 mm | 1797 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1925 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2425 mm | 2685 mm |
