2008 Tata Safari vs. 2011 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2011 Seat Exeo 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 Seat Exeo (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 520 kg more than 2011 Seat Exeo.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Seat Exeo. 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, 2011 Seat Exeo (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Tata Safari | 2011 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Tata | Seat |
Model | Safari | Exeo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2956 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2642 mm |