2009 Renault Modus 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 Renault Modus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Renault Modus would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Modus (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Modus should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 760 kg more than 2009 Renault Modus.
Because 2012 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Renault Modus. 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 (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Modus. (128 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Modus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Renault Modus | 2012 Tata Safari | |
Make | Renault | Tata |
Model | Modus | Safari |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2660 mm |