2006 Renault Kangoo vs. 2001 Tata Safari
To start off, 2006 Renault Kangoo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Tata Safari would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Because 2001 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Kangoo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Kangoo | 2001 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Renault | Tata |
| Model | Kangoo | Safari |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
