2010 Peugeot 206 vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 206 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Tata Safari would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 206 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 716 kg more than 2010 Peugeot 206.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Peugeot 206. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Peugeot 206 | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Peugeot | Tata |
| Model | 206 | Safari |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1204 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
