2002 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Elantra (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2011 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 725 kg more than 2002 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 2011 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Tata Safari (223 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Elantra. (183 Nm). This means 2011 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Elantra.
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2002 Hyundai Elantra | 2011 Tata Safari | |
Make | Hyundai | Tata |
Model | Elantra | Safari |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 223 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |