2007 Tata Safari vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Tata Safari would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Because 2007 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai i20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Tata Safari | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Tata | Hyundai |
Model | Safari | i20 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2525 mm |