2005 Morgan 4 vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan 4 (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 950 kg more than 2005 Morgan 4.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Morgan 4 | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Morgan | Tata |
| Model | 4 | Safari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |
