2011 Tata Sumo vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 467 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. 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 Volkswagen Beetle (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Tata Sumo | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sumo | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4258 mm | 4278 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1726 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1925 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2425 mm | 2537 mm |
