2012 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2012 Tata Sumo
To start off, both 2012 Mercedes-Benz A and 2012 Tata Sumo were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A (81 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2012 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Sumo weights approximately 474 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A.
Because 2012 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A. (180 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz A | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tata |
| Model | A | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2425 mm |
