2004 Tata Safari vs. 2011 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Tata Safari would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Elantra (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2004 Tata Safari.
Because 2004 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (177 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. 2011 Hyundai Elantra has automatic transmission and 2004 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2004 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai Elantra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Tata Safari | 2011 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Tata | Hyundai |
| Model | Safari | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
