2007 Nissan Navara vs. 2008 Tata Nano
To start off, 2008 Tata Nano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Navara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Navara would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1524 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 2007 Nissan Navara 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, 2007 Nissan Navara 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Navara | 2008 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | Navara | Nano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2124 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 37 L |
