2008 Tata Safari vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 735 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. 2007 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 2008 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2008 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Tata Safari | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
| Model | Safari | Golf |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
