2005 Tata Safari vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2005 Tata Safari is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S60 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata Safari weights approximately 378 kg more than 2004 Volvo S60.
Because 2005 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Volvo S60 (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Tata Safari | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Tata | Volvo |
Model | Safari | S60 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |