2000 Tata Safari vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Tata Safari would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Tata Safari weights approximately 912 kg more than 2011 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio. 2011 Kia Rio has automatic transmission and 2000 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2000 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Tata Safari | 2011 Kia Rio | |
Make | Tata | Kia |
Model | Safari | Rio |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1128 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4016 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2499 mm |