2000 Tata Estate vs. 2009 Toyota Prius

To start off, 2009 Toyota Prius is newer by 9 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. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Prius (110 HP) has 43 more horse power than 2000 Tata Estate. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2000 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Prius weights approximately 44 kg more than 2000 Tata Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2009 Toyota Prius, 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 Tata Estate (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Tata Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Prius. 2009 Toyota Prius has automatic transmission and 2000 Tata Estate has manual transmission. 2000 Tata Estate will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Tata Estate 2009 Toyota Prius
Make Tata Toyota
Model Estate Prius
Year Released 2000 2009
Engine Size 1948 cc 1497 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 67 HP 110 HP
Torque 119 Nm 111 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1640 kg 1684 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1620 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2710 mm


 

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