2008 BMW X3 vs. 2000 Tata Estate
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 8 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (228 HP) has 161 more horse power than 2000 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2000 Tata Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 BMW X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Tata Estate. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Tata Estate. 2008 BMW X3 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. 2008 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X3 | 2000 Tata Estate | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | X3 | Estate |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 300 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |