2011 Tata Sumo vs. 2012 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2012 Ford Galaxy 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 Ford Galaxy (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 150 kg more than 2012 Ford Galaxy.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Galaxy. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Galaxy. (170 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Tata Sumo | 2012 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Tata | Ford |
| Model | Sumo | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4258 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1726 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1925 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2425 mm | 2840 mm |
