2006 Tata Indica vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Tata Indica would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Tata Indica (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indica. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Tata Indica | 2012 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Tata | Tata |
| Model | Indica | Safari |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
