2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2000 Tata Estate
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 5 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (120 HP) has 53 more horse power than 2000 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2000 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Tata Estate weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Tata Estate. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 2000 Tata Estate | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tata |
| Model | C | Estate |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
