2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2000 Tata Estate
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP) has 195 more horse power than 2000 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2000 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Tata Estate weights approximately 355 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Tata Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Tata Estate. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Tata Estate. 2008 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2000 Tata Estate | |
| Make | Kia | Tata |
| Model | Sorento | Estate |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
