1998 Porsche 993 vs. 2001 Tata Safari
To start off, 2001 Tata Safari is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2001 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2001 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Tata Safari weights approximately 620 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993.
Because 2001 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Porsche 993. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Porsche 993 | 2001 Tata Safari | |
Make | Porsche | Tata |
Model | 993 | Safari |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2660 mm |