1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 210 kg more than 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Because 2011 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2011 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Chrysler | Tata |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Safari |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2660 mm |
