Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 and the Tata Safari side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 is available at ₹369,899, while the Tata Safari is priced at ₹1,549,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 comes with a 998 cc unit compared to the Tata Safari's 1956 cc, producing 50.4 kW@5600 rpm and 168–170 PS @ 3750 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 24.90 kmpl for the Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 versus Manual: 16.3 kmpl; Automatic: 14.5 kmpl for the Tata Safari. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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Engine & Performance |
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| Battery | Standard 12V car battery | 12V |
| Displacement | 998 cc | 1956 cc |
| Drive Type | Front‑Wheel Drive | FWD |
| Engine Type | K-Series Dual Jet, Dual VVT Engine | Kryotec 2.0L Turbocharged Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 litres | 50 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / CNG | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 5‑speed | 6-speed Manual & 6-speed Torque Converter Automatic |
| Mileage | 24.90 kmpl | Manual: 16.3 kmpl; Automatic: 14.5 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Power | 50.4 kW@5600 rpm | 168–170 PS @ 3750 rpm |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Torque | 91 Nm @ 3500 rpm | 350 Nm @ 1750–2500 rpm |
| Transmission Type | 5‑speed Manual / 5‑speed AMT | Manual / Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 214 l | 420 L |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 160 mm | 200–205 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 740–757 kg | 1825 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3530 mm × ~1490 mm × ~1520 mm | 4668 mm × 1922 mm × 1795 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2380 mm | 2741 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Collapsible/adjustable steering column | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Manual air conditioning | Automatic |
| Cluster | Semi‑digital | Digital / Semi-digital cluster |
| Cruise Control | — | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | No |
| Infotainment System | Available touchscreen (7″ SmartPlay Studio on higher trims) | 8.8-inch touchscreen; digital cluster in facelift |
| Keyless Entry | — | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Manual adjustable ORVMs | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front power windows on most trims | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | — | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | — | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | — | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric seats | Fabric / Leatherette |
| Sound System | 2‑4 speaker audio (varies by trim) | JBL |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic |
| USB Ports | Yes | Multiple |
| Voice Command | — | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | — | No |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes (painted bumpers on most trims) | Yes |
| DRLs | — | LED |
| Fog Lamps | — | Yes |
| Headlight | Halogen headlamps | Projector with LED DRLs |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | — | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | — | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | Standard halogen combination lamps | LED |
| Tyre Size | 145/80 R13 | 235/65 R17, 245/55 R19 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, tubeless | Radial Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Steel | Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 airbags standard | 6 |
| Brake Assist | — | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | — | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | — | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | — | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | — | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Solid WhiteMetallic Silky SilverMetallic Granite GreyMetallic Speedy BlueMetallic Sizzling RedPremium Earth GoldPearl Bluish Black | Thermisto Gold, Telesto Grey, Calypso Red, Orion Black, Cosmic Gold, Frost White, Daytona Grey |
