2003 TVR Tuscan vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 3,603 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Tuscan (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2011 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 720 kg more than 2003 TVR Tuscan.
Because 2011 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 TVR Tuscan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 TVR Tuscan (401 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Safari. (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2003 TVR Tuscan | 2011 Tata Safari | |
Make | TVR | Tata |
Model | Tuscan | Safari |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3603 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |