2011 Tata Nano vs. 2010 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 Tata Nano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan NP300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan NP300 would be higher. At 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan NP300 (131 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2011 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Nano.
Because 2010 Nissan NP300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Tata Nano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan NP300 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, 2010 Nissan NP300 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Tata Nano | 2010 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Tata | Nissan |
Model | Nano | NP300 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 624 cc | 2486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 48 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3099 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1495 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1652 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 75 L |