2011 Volkswagen GTI vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen GTI 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 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2010 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen GTI 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 2011 Volkswagen GTI. 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, 2011 Volkswagen GTI (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Safari.
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2011 Volkswagen GTI | 2010 Tata Safari | |
Make | Volkswagen | Tata |
Model | GTI | 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 | 200 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 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 | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4211 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1778 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2660 mm |