2009 Volkswagen GTI vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Tata Safari would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 550 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen GTI.
Because 2007 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen GTI. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen GTI. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Volkswagen GTI | 2007 Tata Safari | |
Make | Volkswagen | Tata |
Model | GTI | Safari |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1700 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 | 1370 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |