2006 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2005 Tata Safari
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Tata Safari would be higher. At 2,657 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Sonata (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata Safari weights approximately 234 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2005 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. 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, 2006 Hyundai Sonata (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Safari. 2006 Hyundai Sonata has automatic transmission and 2005 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2005 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hyundai Sonata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Hyundai Sonata | 2005 Tata Safari | |
Make | Hyundai | Tata |
Model | Sonata | Safari |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2657 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |