2000 Rover 45 vs. 1997 Tata Estate
To start off, 2000 Rover 45 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Tata Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Tata Estate would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Tata Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rover 45 (102 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1997 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1997 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Tata Estate weights approximately 535 kg more than 2000 Rover 45.
Because 1997 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 1997 Tata Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Rover 45, 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, 2000 Rover 45 (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Rover 45 | 1997 Tata Estate | |
Make | Rover | Tata |
Model | 45 | Estate |
Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 127 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |