1998 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 2,735 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Intrepid (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2010 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 350 kg more than 1998 Dodge Intrepid.
Because 2010 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Dodge Intrepid. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1998 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Safari. 1998 Dodge Intrepid has automatic transmission and 2010 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2010 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Dodge Intrepid will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Intrepid | 2010 Tata Safari | |
Make | Dodge | Tata |
Model | Intrepid | Safari |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2735 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |