2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2003 Tata Safari
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Tata Safari would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Safari weights approximately 503 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 2003 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (187 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata Safari.
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2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2003 Tata Safari | |
Make | Hyundai | Tata |
Model | Tucson | Safari |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |