2003 Tata Safari vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 6 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 61 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica.
Because 2003 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Tata Safari | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Tata | Tata |
| Model | Safari | Indica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
