2008 Tata Safari vs. 2011 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i20 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Tata Safari would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 694 kg more than 2011 Hyundai i20.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai i20. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i20. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Tata Safari | 2011 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Tata | Hyundai |
| Model | Safari | i20 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1226 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2525 mm |
