2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2003 Tata Safari
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 3 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 122 kg more than 2003 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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Terracan | 2003 Tata Safari | |
Make | Hyundai | Tata |
Model | Terracan | Safari |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |