2005 Rover 45 vs. 2000 Tata Estate
To start off, 2005 Rover 45 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Tata Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 45 (108 HP) has 41 more horse power than 2000 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2000 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Tata Estate weights approximately 460 kg more than 2005 Rover 45.
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, 2005 Rover 45, 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 Rover 45 (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Tata Estate. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 45 | 2000 Tata Estate | |
| Make | Rover | Tata |
| Model | 45 | Estate |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
