2000 Tata Estate vs. 2008 Tata Indica
To start off, 2008 Tata Indica is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Tata Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Tata Estate would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Tata Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Tata Estate weights approximately 635 kg more than 2008 Tata Indica.
Because 2000 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 2000 Tata Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Tata Indica, 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, 2008 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Tata Estate. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Tata Estate | 2008 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Tata | Tata |
| Model | Estate | Indica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
