2004 Renault Clio vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 504 kg more than 2004 Renault Clio.
Because 2012 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2004 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Clio | 2012 Tata Safari | |
Make | Renault | Tata |
Model | Clio | Safari |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 7150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4650 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |