2003 Tata Safari vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Tata Safari 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 @ 5530 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 144 kg more than 2003 Tata Safari.
Because 2003 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Tata Safari | 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
Model | Safari | Multivan |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 2184 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |