2003 Tata Safari vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2003 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Safari weights approximately 586 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2003 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (226 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata Safari. (181 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Tata Safari | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
Model | Safari | Passat |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 226 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1454 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |