2000 Tata Estate vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2,143 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (203 HP) has 136 more horse power than 2000 Tata Estate. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2000 Tata Estate.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Tata Estate. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Tata Estate. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Tata Estate | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Tata | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Estate | C |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 203 HP |
Torque | 119 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |