2001 Kia Rio vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 2001 Kia Rio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Tata Safari would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Tata Safari (89 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 1115 kg more than 2001 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Tata Safari (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Kia Rio | 1998 Tata Safari | |
Make | Kia | Tata |
Model | Rio | Safari |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1342 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2660 mm |