2003 Tata Safari vs. 2012 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 9 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2003 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Safari weights approximately 421 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Eos.
Because 2003 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Eos (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata Safari. 2012 Volkswagen Eos 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. 2012 Volkswagen Eos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Tata Safari | 2012 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
| Model | Safari | Eos |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4423 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2578 mm |
