Bike comparison

Bajaj Dominar 400 vs TVS Apache RTR 160 vs Ducati Panigale V4 R

Who wins on price, power, fuel and weight, then every spec side by side.

free, no sign-up
Bajaj Dominar 400

Bajaj Dominar 400

Not sold new in Pakistan

  • 373 cc
  • 40 PS
  • ~27 km/l
  • 193 kg
TVS Apache RTR 160Earlier version in photo

TVS Apache RTR 160

Not sold new in Pakistan

  • 160 cc
  • 16 PS
  • ~45 km/l
  • 137 kg
Ducati Panigale V4 R

Ducati Panigale V4 R2019–2022

Not sold new in Pakistan

  • 998 cc
  • 221 PS
  • 172 kg

Road version of the Ducati World Superbike racer, with winglets

Who wins what

The quick answer before the full table.

  1. TVS Apache RTR 1605
  2. Ducati Panigale V4 R4
  3. Bajaj Dominar 4000
  • Most powerDucati Panigale V4 R221 PS
  • Most pulling powerDucati Panigale V4 R112 Nm
  • Best fuel averageTVS Apache RTR 160~45 km/l
  • Goes furthest on a tankTVS Apache RTR 160~540 km
  • Quickest (power to weight)Ducati Panigale V4 R1285 PS/t
  • LightestTVS Apache RTR 160137 kg
  • Highest top speedDucati Panigale V4 R300 km/h
  • Lowest seatTVS Apache RTR 160790 mm
  • Most ground clearanceTVS Apache RTR 160180 mm

Head to head

A longer bar means more. For weight and seat height, shorter is easier to handle.

Power

Bajaj Dominar 40040 PS
TVS Apache RTR 16016 PS
Ducati Panigale V4 R221 PS

Torque

Bajaj Dominar 40035 Nm
TVS Apache RTR 16013.9 Nm
Ducati Panigale V4 R112 Nm

Power to weight

Bajaj Dominar 400207 PS/t
TVS Apache RTR 160117 PS/t
Ducati Panigale V4 R1,285 PS/t

Engine size

Bajaj Dominar 400373 cc
TVS Apache RTR 160160 cc
Ducati Panigale V4 R998 cc

Fuel average

Bajaj Dominar 40027 km/l
TVS Apache RTR 16045 km/l
Ducati Panigale V4 R—

On a full tank

Bajaj Dominar 400351 km
TVS Apache RTR 160540 km
Ducati Panigale V4 R—

Top speed

Bajaj Dominar 400158 km/h
TVS Apache RTR 160114 km/h
Ducati Panigale V4 R300 km/h

Weight

Bajaj Dominar 400193 kg
TVS Apache RTR 160137 kg
Ducati Panigale V4 R172 kg

Seat height

Bajaj Dominar 400800 mm
TVS Apache RTR 160790 mm
Ducati Panigale V4 R830 mm

Ground clearance

Bajaj Dominar 400157 mm
TVS Apache RTR 160180 mm
Ducati Panigale V4 R—

Full specifications

Full specificationsBajaj Dominar 400TVS Apache RTR 160Ducati Panigale V4 R
Price and running costs
Price in PakistanNot sold new in PakistanNot sold new in PakistanNot sold new in Pakistan
BrandBajaj · IndiaTVS · IndiaDucati · Italy
Type of bikeCruiserStreetSports
Fuel average~27 km/l~45 km/l—
Petrol tank13 L12 L16 L
On a full tank~351 km~540 km—
Engine and performance
Engine size373 cc160 cc998 cc
Cylinders114
CoolingLiquid (radiator)AirLiquid (radiator)
Power40 PS @ 8,800 rpm16 PS @ 8,750 rpm221 PS @ 15,250 rpm
Torque35 Nm @ 6,500 rpm13.9 Nm @ 7,000 rpm112 Nm @ 11,500 rpm
Power to weight207 PS / tonne117 PS / tonne1285 PS / tonne
Top speed158 km/h114 km/h300 km/h
Fuel systemFuel injectionFuel injectionFuel injection
Gearbox and controls
Gearbox6-speed5-speed6-speed
StartingSelf startSelf startSelf start
Size and weight
Weight193 kg (with fluids)137 kg (with fluids)172 kg (dry)
Seat height800 mm790 mm830 mm
Ground clearance157 mm180 mm—
Wheelbase1,453 mm1,300 mm1,471 mm
Brakes, wheels and suspension
Brakes (front / back)Disc 320 / Disc 230Disc 270 / Disc 200Brembo Stylema 330 ×2 / Disc 245
ABSBoth wheelsFront wheelBoth wheels, works in corners
Tyres (front / back)110/70-17 / 150/60-1790/90-17 / 110/80-17120/70-17 / 200/60-17

Figures are each maker's own claims for the version shown. Fuel average is a rough real-world figure and depends on how you ride. Prices change often, so check with a dealer before you buy.

free, no sign-up

What will petrol cost you?

Enter how far you ride and today's petrol price.

  • Bajaj Dominar 400—a month
  • TVS Apache RTR 160—a month

Questions people ask

Which gives better fuel average, Bajaj Dominar 400 or TVS Apache RTR 160?

TVS Apache RTR 160 does around 45 km per litre against about 27 km/l for Bajaj Dominar 400, in normal riding.

Which is more powerful, Bajaj Dominar 400 or TVS Apache RTR 160?

Bajaj Dominar 400 makes 40 PS @ 8,800 rpm; TVS Apache RTR 160 makes 16 PS @ 8,750 rpm.

Which is lighter, Bajaj Dominar 400 or TVS Apache RTR 160?

TVS Apache RTR 160 weighs about 137 kg and Bajaj Dominar 400 about 193 kg, so TVS Apache RTR 160 is easier to push and park.

Compare Bajaj Dominar 400 with

What riders in Pakistan compare most, and a few famous rivalries from around the world.

Every brand

Tap a brand to see its bikes.

Photo credits

Pick a bike

free, no sign-up

Ask us on WhatsApp

Figures are each maker's own claims for the version shown. Fuel average is a rough real-world figure and depends on how you ride. Prices change often, so check with a dealer before you buy.

Welcome back

Sign in to post ads, save bikes and get alerts. No password needed.

or with your email

  • Free forever
  • No password
  • Every ad checked

By continuing you agree to our terms.

on its way

Check your inbox

Open Gmail

Only the newest email works.

Can't find it? Look in Spam or Promotions.