2008 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2010 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 68 kg more than 2010 Tata Safari. 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, 2010 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage. 2008 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2010 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2010 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Kia Sportage | 2010 Tata Safari | |
Make | Kia | Tata |
Model | Sportage | Safari |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |