2011 Tata Sumo vs. 2012 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 61 kg more than 2012 Infiniti G37.
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, 2012 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Sumo. 2012 Infiniti G37 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. 2012 Infiniti G37 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Tata Sumo | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Tata | Infiniti |
| Model | Sumo | G37 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4258 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1726 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1925 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2425 mm | 2850 mm |
