2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2000 Tata Estate
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 6 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, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (108 HP) has 41 more horse power than 2000 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Tata Estate.
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, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (140 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Tata Estate. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Tata Estate. 2006 Mazda RX-8 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. 2006 Mazda RX-8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 | 2000 Tata Estate | |
| Make | Mazda | Tata |
| Model | RX-8 | Estate |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
