2001 Tata Safari vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 4 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Tata Safari weights approximately 684 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Tata Safari | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
Model | Safari | Polo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |