2009 Hyundai H1 vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai H1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai H1 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai H1 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai H1 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hyundai H1 (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai H1 | 2012 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Hyundai | Tata |
| Model | H1 | Safari |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2660 mm |
