2012 Tata Nano vs. 2012 Tata Sumo
To start off, both 2012 Tata Nano 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Sumo (67 HP) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Tata Nano. (35 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Sumo should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Sumo weights approximately 1280 kg more than 2012 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Tata Nano. 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 (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Tata Nano | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Tata | Tata |
| Model | Nano | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 624 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 48 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3099 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1495 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1652 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |
