2002 Toyota Corolla vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Tata Safari is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (78 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 730 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2007 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (147 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Toyota Corolla | 2007 Tata Safari | |
Make | Toyota | Tata |
Model | Corolla | Safari |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |