1999 Tata Safari vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Tata Safari would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Tata Safari weights approximately 900 kg more than 2007 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Tata Safari 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, 1999 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Tata Safari | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Tata | Tata |
Model | Safari | Indigo |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |