2002 Subaru Outback vs. 2000 Tata Safari
To start off, 2002 Subaru Outback is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Tata Safari would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2000 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Tata Safari weights approximately 550 kg more than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Subaru Outback (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Tata Safari. 2002 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 2000 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2000 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Subaru Outback | 2000 Tata Safari | |
Make | Subaru | Tata |
Model | Outback | Safari |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |