2003 Tata Safari vs. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco 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, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Safari weights approximately 742 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Because 2003 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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 Volkswagen Scirocco (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Tata Safari | 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
| Model | Safari | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1404 mm |
