2007 Tata Safari vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 6 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 562 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2007 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Tata Safari | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
Model | Safari | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2956 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2578 mm |