2006 Volvo C70 vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Tata Safari is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo C70 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 228 kg more than 2006 Volvo C70.
Because 2009 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2006 Volvo C70 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Safari. (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Safari. 2006 Volvo C70 has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Volvo C70 | 2009 Tata Safari | |
Make | Volvo | Tata |
Model | C70 | Safari |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2435 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |