2004 Peugeot 406 vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Tata Safari is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 520 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 406.
Because 2007 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 406. 2004 Peugeot 406 has automatic transmission and 2007 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2007 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Peugeot 406 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Peugeot 406 | 2007 Tata Safari | |
Make | Peugeot | Tata |
Model | 406 | Safari |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |