2003 Tata Safari vs. 2006 Tata Indica

To start off, 2006 Tata Indica is newer by 3 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 50 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Safari weights approximately 440 kg more than 2006 Tata Indica. 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 2006 Tata Indica. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indica.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Tata Safari 2006 Tata Indica
Make Tata Tata
Model Safari Indica
Year Released 2003 2006
Engine Size 1948 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 135 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 5530 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 181 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2040 kg 1600 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Height 1930 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2410 mm


 

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