2011 Tata Sumo vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (250 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche Panamera. 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 Porsche Panamera (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Sumo. 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Tata Sumo | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Tata | Porsche |
| Model | Sumo | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4258 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1726 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1925 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2425 mm | 2920 mm |
