1996 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2002 Tata Safari
To start off, 2002 Tata Safari is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2002 Tata Safari. (136 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2002 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Tata Safari weights approximately 190 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 2002 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Tata Safari. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2002 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2002 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Chevrolet Caprice | 2002 Tata Safari | |
Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
Model | Caprice | Safari |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |