2002 Tata Safari vs. 2008 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Toyota Celica is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Tata Safari would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Celica (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Tata Safari. (136 HP @ 5530 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2002 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Tata Safari weights approximately 864 kg more than 2008 Toyota Celica.
Because 2002 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Tata Safari | 2008 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Tata | Toyota |
Model | Safari | Celica |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |