2006 Volvo V70 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 V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Safari (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V70. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 274 kg more than 2006 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo V70. 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, 2009 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo V70. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volvo V70 | 2009 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Volvo | Tata |
| Model | V70 | Safari |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
