2010 Tata Safari vs. 2011 Dacia Sandero
To start off, 2011 Dacia Sandero is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Tata Safari would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Sandero. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 809 kg more than 2011 Dacia Sandero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dacia Sandero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Sandero. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Tata Safari | 2011 Dacia Sandero | |
Make | Tata | Dacia |
Model | Safari | Sandero |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1111 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |