1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2005 Tata Safari
To start off, 2005 Tata Safari is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet S-10 would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata Safari weights approximately 450 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 2005 Tata Safari | |
Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
Model | S-10 | Safari |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2660 mm |