2005 Honda Accord vs. 1997 Tata Estate

To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Tata Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Tata Estate would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (160 HP) has 93 more horse power than 1997 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1997 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Tata Estate weights approximately 204 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord.

Because 1997 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 1997 Tata Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord, 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, 2005 Honda Accord (218 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Tata Estate. (118 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Tata Estate. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1997 Tata Estate has manual transmission. 1997 Tata Estate will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Honda Accord 1997 Tata Estate
Make Honda Tata
Model Accord Estate
Year Released 2005 1997
Engine Size 2360 cc 1948 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 160 HP 67 HP
Torque 218 Nm 118 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1436 kg 1640 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2830 mm


 

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