2001 Tata Safari vs. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Tata Safari would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2001 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2001 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Tata Safari weights approximately 385 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Monaro.
Because 2001 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Vauxhall Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Tata Safari | 2002 Vauxhall Monaro | |
Make | Tata | Vauxhall |
Model | Safari | Monaro |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |