2005 Toyota Tundra vs. 2008 Tata Nano
To start off, 2008 Tata Nano is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1120 kg more than 2008 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Tata Nano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Tundra (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Tundra | 2008 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Toyota | Tata |
| Model | Tundra | Nano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2230 mm |
