2003 Suzuki Lapin vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Tata Safari is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Lapin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Lapin would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Safari (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Lapin. (62 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Lapin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 1100 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Lapin. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Suzuki Lapin. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Lapin. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Lapin.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Suzuki Lapin | 2009 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Suzuki | Tata |
| Model | Lapin | Safari |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
