2000 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Tata Estate

To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 1 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, 2000 Honda Civic (108 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1999 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1999 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Tata Estate weights approximately 480 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic.

Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Tata Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic 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, 2000 Honda Civic (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Tata Estate. 2000 Honda Civic 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. 2000 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Honda Civic 1999 Tata Estate
Make Honda Tata
Model Civic Estate
Year Released 2000 1999
Engine Size 1493 cc 1946 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 108 HP 67 HP
Torque 140 Nm 118 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 2500 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1160 kg 1640 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2830 mm


 

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