2008 Volkswagen Lupo vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Safari (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 952 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Lupo | 2012 Tata Safari | |
Make | Volkswagen | Tata |
Model | Lupo | Safari |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.7 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 968 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2660 mm |