2008 Tata Safari vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC is newer by 5 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen CC (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 172 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen CC.
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, 2013 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari. 2013 Volkswagen CC 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. 2013 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Tata Safari | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
Model | Safari | CC |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2956 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2711 mm |