2000 Tata Estate vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 11 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Escape (171 HP) has 104 more horse power than 2000 Tata Estate. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2000 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Tata Estate weights approximately 174 kg more than 2011 Ford Escape.
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, 2011 Ford Escape, 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, 2011 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Tata Estate. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Tata Estate | 2011 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Tata | Ford |
| Model | Estate | Escape |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 171 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2619 mm |
