2004 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,916 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2010 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 722 kg more than 2010 Tata Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Safari. (223 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Volkswagen Touareg | 2010 Tata Safari | |
Make | Volkswagen | Tata |
Model | Touareg | Safari |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4916 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 223 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2642 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |