2003 Tata Safari vs. 2011 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2011 Toyota RAV4 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Safari weights approximately 516 kg more than 2011 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2003 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota RAV4. 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, 2011 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata Safari. 2011 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 2003 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2003 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Tata Safari | 2011 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Tata | Toyota |
| Model | Safari | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2659 mm |
