1999 Tata Estate vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Vitz is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Tata Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Tata Estate would be higher. At 1,946 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Tata Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Vitz (108 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1999 Tata Estate. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Vitz should accelerate faster than 1999 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Tata Estate weights approximately 590 kg more than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
Because 1999 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 1999 Tata Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Vitz, 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, 2005 Toyota Vitz (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Vitz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Tata Estate | 2005 Toyota Vitz | |
Make | Tata | Toyota |
Model | Estate | Vitz |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 1946 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 118 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |