2009 Tata Indigo vs. 1999 Tata Safari

To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Tata Safari would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Tata Safari weights approximately 900 kg more than 2009 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Tata Indigo 1999 Tata Safari
Make Tata Tata
Model Indigo Safari
Year Released 2009 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1403 cc 1948 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 70 HP 135 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5530 RPM
Torque 135 Nm 181 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1140 kg 2040 kg
Vehicle Length 4140 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1580 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2660 mm


 

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