2011 Tata Sumo vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 733 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 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Tata Sumo | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Tata | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sumo | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2533 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4258 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1726 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1925 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2425 mm | 3645 mm |
