2011 Tata Sumo vs. 2011 Opel Insignia

To start off, both 2011 Tata Sumo and 2011 Opel Insignia were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (158 HP) has 91 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo.

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 Opel Insignia (350 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Sumo. 2011 Opel Insignia 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 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Tata Sumo 2011 Opel Insignia
Make Tata Opel
Model Sumo Insignia
Year Released 2011 2011
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1948 cc 1956 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 67 HP 158 HP
Torque 119 Nm 350 Nm
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1856 mm
Vehicle Height 1980 mm 1498 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2737 mm


 

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