2007 Kia Carens vs. 2001 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Kia Carens is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Tata Safari would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Tata Safari weights approximately 529 kg more than 2007 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2007 Kia Carens (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Tata Safari. 2007 Kia Carens has automatic transmission and 2001 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2001 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Carens will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Kia Carens | 2001 Tata Safari | |
Make | Kia | Tata |
Model | Carens | Safari |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |