2008 Hyundai i30 vs. 2003 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Hyundai i30 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Tata Safari would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i30. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Safari weights approximately 826 kg more than 2008 Hyundai i30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai i30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai i30 | 2003 Tata Safari | |
Make | Hyundai | Tata |
Model | i30 | Safari |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |