2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2000 Tata Estate
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 9 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, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP) has 165 more horse power than 2000 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Tata Estate weights approximately 515 kg more than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
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, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Tata Estate. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda RX-8 | 2000 Tata Estate | |
| Make | Mazda | Tata |
| Model | RX-8 | Estate |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 1307 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
