2001 Tata Safari vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 12 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2001 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Tata Safari weights approximately 720 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 2001 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Tata Safari | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
Model | Safari | Beetle |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4278 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2537 mm |