2011 Suzuki SX4 vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2010 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 680 kg more than 2011 Suzuki SX4.
Because 2010 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Suzuki SX4. 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 (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Suzuki SX4 | 2010 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Suzuki | Tata |
| Model | SX4 | Safari |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 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 | 1240 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4115 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2499 mm | 2660 mm |
