2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2000 Tata Estate
To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Tata Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (140 HP) has 73 more horse power than 2000 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2000 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Tata Estate weights approximately 500 kg more than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Tata Estate. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2000 Tata Estate | |
Make | Mazda | Tata |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Estate |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 168 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2830 mm |