2001 Suzuki Covie vs. 2003 Tata Safari
To start off, 2003 Tata Safari is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Covie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Covie would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Covie. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Covie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Safari weights approximately 1290 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Covie. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Suzuki Covie. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Tata Safari (181 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Covie. (178 Nm). This means 2003 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Covie.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Suzuki Covie | 2003 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Suzuki | Tata |
| Model | Covie | Safari |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1327 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2950 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
