2010 Tata Safari vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 2 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2010 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Safari.
Because 2010 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Tata Safari | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
Model | Safari | Jetta |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1453 mm |