1998 Tata Estate vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Tata Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Tata Estate would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP) has 148 more horse power than 1998 Tata Estate. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Estate.
Because 2006 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Tata Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 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, 2006 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Estate. 2006 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1998 Tata Estate has manual transmission. 1998 Tata Estate will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Tata Estate | 2006 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Tata | BMW |
| Model | Estate | 525 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 215 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2840 mm |
