2004 Ford Taurus vs. 2000 Tata Estate
To start off, 2004 Ford Taurus is newer by 4 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Taurus (153 HP) has 86 more horse power than 2000 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2000 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Tata Estate weights approximately 55 kg more than 2004 Ford Taurus.
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, 2004 Ford Taurus, 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, 2004 Ford Taurus (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Tata Estate. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Tata Estate. 2004 Ford Taurus 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. 2004 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Taurus | 2000 Tata Estate | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Taurus | Estate |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
