1999 Tata Safari vs. 2009 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Tata Safari would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1999 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Tata Safari weights approximately 268 kg more than 2009 SsangYong Actyon.
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, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Tata Safari | 2009 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Tata | SsangYong |
Model | Safari | Actyon |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |