2011 Tata Sumo vs. 2012 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2012 Kia Sedona 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sedona (271 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sedona weights approximately 184 kg more than 2011 Tata Sumo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Sedona. 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, 2012 Kia Sedona (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Sumo. 2012 Kia Sedona 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 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Tata Sumo | 2012 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Tata | Kia |
| Model | Sumo | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4258 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1726 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1925 mm | 1829 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2425 mm | 3020 mm |
