2003 Peugeot 407 vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (155 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 440 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Because 2011 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2003 Peugeot 407 (218 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Peugeot 407 | 2011 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Peugeot | Tata |
| Model | 407 | Safari |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
