1998 Tata Estate vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon is newer by 15 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Avalon (264 HP) has 197 more horse power than 1998 Tata Estate. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Estate weights approximately 71 kg more than 2013 Toyota Avalon.
Because 1998 Tata Estate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Tata Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Avalon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Estate. 2013 Toyota Avalon 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. 2013 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Tata Estate | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Tata | Toyota |
| Model | Estate | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 264 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2820 mm |
