2007 Suzuki Swift vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Swift. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 785 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Swift. 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, 2012 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Swift. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Suzuki Swift | 2012 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Suzuki | Tata |
| Model | Swift | Safari |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1326 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2660 mm |
