1999 Tata Safari vs. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 10 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1999 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1999 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 275 kg more than 1999 Tata Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Tata Safari. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton has automatic transmission and 1999 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 1999 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Tata Safari | 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
Model | Safari | Phaeton |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 2315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3001 mm |