1999 Tata Safari vs. 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 11 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1999 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1999 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Tata Safari weights approximately 190 kg more than 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Because 1999 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Tata Safari. 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1999 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 1999 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Tata Safari | 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Tata | Toyota |
Model | Safari | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |