2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 233 kg more than 2006 Kia Sportage.
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 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sportage | 2008 Tata Safari | |
Make | Kia | Tata |
Model | Sportage | Safari |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |