2011 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2007 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Tata Sumo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Tata Sumo would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 2007 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 915 kg more than 2007 Tata Sumo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Sumo. 2011 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2007 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2007 Tata Sumo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Sequoia | 2007 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Toyota | Tata |
| Model | Sequoia | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2715 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1956 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3099 mm | 2425 mm |
