2006 Rover 45 vs. 2002 Tata Safari
To start off, 2006 Rover 45 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Tata Safari would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Tata Safari (136 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Rover 45. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Tata Safari weights approximately 804 kg more than 2006 Rover 45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Rover 45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 45. (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Rover 45 | 2002 Tata Safari | |
Make | Rover | Tata |
Model | 45 | Safari |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |