2004 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (194 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 980 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2012 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2012 Tata Safari (320 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (260 Nm). This means 2012 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
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2004 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Tata Safari | |
Make | Toyota | Tata |
Model | Corolla | Safari |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 320 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1920 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |