2003 Tata Safari vs. 2011 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2011 Renault Twingo is newer by 8 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 76 more horse power than 2011 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Safari weights approximately 1145 kg more than 2011 Renault Twingo. 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 2011 Renault Twingo. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Tata Safari | 2011 Renault Twingo | |
Make | Tata | Renault |
Model | Safari | Twingo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |