2009 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1998 Tata Estate
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Tata Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Tata Estate would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Terracan (148 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1998 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Estate weights approximately 525 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Terracan.
Because 2009 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Tata Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2009 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Terracan | 1998 Tata Estate | |
| Make | Hyundai | Tata |
| Model | Terracan | Estate |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1644 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
