2006 Volkswagen Multivan vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Multivan would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2010 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 384 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. (315 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Multivan | 2010 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Tata |
| Model | Multivan | Safari |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2304 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2660 mm |
