1999 Tata Estate vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 13 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (256 HP) has 189 more horse power than 1999 Tata Estate. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 235 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.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Tata Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Tata Estate | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Tata | BMW |
| Model | Estate | X3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1946 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
