2001 Tata Safari vs. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 8 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2001 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2001 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 267 kg more than 2001 Tata Safari. 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 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Tata Safari | 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
Model | Safari | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |