1997 Porsche Boxster vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 1998 Tata Safari is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,480 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1998 Tata Safari. (89 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 790 kg more than 1997 Porsche Boxster.
Because 1998 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 Porsche Boxster (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Safari. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Porsche Boxster | 1998 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Porsche | Tata |
| Model | Boxster | Safari |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2480 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
