2000 Tata Estate vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 12 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2000 Tata Estate. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2000 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Tata Estate weights approximately 266 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Touran.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Tata Estate. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Tata Estate | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
| Model | Estate | Touran |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
