2003 Tata Safari vs. 2002 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2003 Tata Safari is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Tata Safari (135 HP) has 61 more horse power than 2002 Tata Indigo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2002 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Safari weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2002 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Tata Indigo. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Tata Safari | 2002 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Tata | Tata |
| Model | Safari | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
