2002 Saturn SC vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Saturn SC would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Safari (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2002 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2002 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 850 kg more than 2002 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Saturn SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Saturn SC. (154 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Saturn SC | 2010 Tata Safari | |
Make | Saturn | Tata |
Model | SC | Safari |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |