The BS6-compliant 160cc engine powered 2020 TVS Apache RTR 160 4V equipped with the Race tuned Fuel Injection (RT-FI) system. It has got limitless power, enhanced fuel economy, limitless racing thrill, and first in class GTT tech. Glide Through Technology or the GTT enables the riders to glide through the urban roads. But even with all these features, is it good enough to compete with the likes of Yamaha FZ, Bajaj Pulsar NS 160 and Suzuki Gixxer? Let’s have a look at the detailed comparison.
2020 TVS Apache RTR 160 4V | Engine Comparison
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| Powertrain Specs | TVS Apache RTR 160 4V | Suzuki Gixxer | Yamaha FZ V3.0 | Bajaj Pulsar NS 160 |
| Engine | 159.7cc, Single Cyl. | 155cc, Single Cyl. | 149cc, Single Cyl. | 160.3cc, Single Cyl. |
| Power | 15.8hp@8,250rpm | 13.41hp@8,000rpm | 12.23hp@7,250rpm | 15.28hp@8,500rpm |
| Torque | 14.12Nm@7,250rpm | 13.8Nm@6,000rpm | 13.6Nm@5,500rpm | 14.6Nm@6,500rpm |
| Transmission | 5-speed Manual | 5-speed Manual | 5-speed Manual | 5-speed Manual |
It is clear from the power figures that the Apache gets ahead of the rivals easily with being the most powerful in the four. Note that all these bikes are BS6-compliant. Although, Bajaj Pulsar has got a negligibly better torque.
For the features, TVS Apache RTR 160 4V, Suzuki Gixxer and Yamaha FZ V3.0 have got LED headlamps but the Bajaj Pulsar lacks it. It also lacks a digital instrument cluster which all the other 3 have.
2020 TVS Apache RTR 160 4V | Price Comparison
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| TVS Apache RTR 160 4V | ₹99,950 |
| Suzuki Gixxer | ₹1,22,000 |
| Yamaha FZS V3.0 | ₹1,01,000 |
| Bajaj Pulsar NS 160 | ₹95,194 |
The Pulsar lacks some features but makes it up when it comes to pricing. Although, the TVS Apache has got the upper hand when it comes to others three as it is features loaded, powerful and has got many first-in-class features too. With a sleek design, power-packed performance and lower emissions, Apache does make a statement in the segment. Rest, the time will tell.
