2008 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2005 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Tata Safari would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Safari.
Because 2005 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2008 Hyundai Elantra (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Safari.
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2008 Hyundai Elantra | 2005 Tata Safari | |
Make | Hyundai | Tata |
Model | Elantra | Safari |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |