2011 Tata Sumo vs. 2012 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2012 Dodge Caliber is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Tata Sumo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Tata Sumo would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 434 kg more than 2012 Dodge Caliber.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dodge Caliber. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Tata Sumo | 2012 Dodge Caliber | |
Make | Tata | Dodge |
Model | Sumo | Caliber |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2956 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1366 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4258 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1726 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1925 mm | 1534 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2425 mm | 2634 mm |