1999 Tata Estate vs. 2006 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 7 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (204 HP) has 137 more horse power than 1999 Tata Estate. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1999 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 94 kg more than 1999 Tata Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jaguar S-Type (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Tata Estate. 2006 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 1999 Tata Estate has manual transmission. 1999 Tata Estate will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Tata Estate | 2006 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Tata | Jaguar |
| Model | Estate | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1946 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 204 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2920 mm |
