2002 Tata Safari vs. 2010 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2010 Fiat Croma is newer by 8 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Tata Safari. (136 HP @ 5530 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2002 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Tata Safari weights approximately 1100 kg more than 2010 Fiat Croma.
Because 2002 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Fiat Croma. 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, 2010 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Tata Safari | 2010 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Tata | Fiat |
Model | Safari | Croma |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |