2002 Renault Clio 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 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Clio (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 890 kg more than 2002 Renault Clio.
Because 2011 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Clio. 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 @ 1600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Clio. 2002 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Renault Clio | 2011 Tata Safari | |
Make | Renault | Tata |
Model | Clio | Safari |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |