2004 Tata Indigo vs. 2000 Tata Safari
To start off, 2004 Tata Indigo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Tata Safari would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2004 Tata Indigo. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2004 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Tata Safari weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2004 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Tata Indigo. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Tata Indigo | 2000 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Tata | Tata |
| Model | Indigo | Safari |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 1404 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
