2000 Mitsubishi SSS vs. 2001 Tata Safari
To start off, 2001 Tata Safari is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi SSS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi SSS would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi SSS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi SSS (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi SSS should accelerate faster than 2001 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Tata Safari weights approximately 135 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi SSS.
Because 2001 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mitsubishi SSS. 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, 2000 Mitsubishi SSS (270 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata Safari. (181 Nm). This means 2000 Mitsubishi SSS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Tata Safari. 2000 Mitsubishi SSS has automatic transmission and 2001 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2001 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mitsubishi SSS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Mitsubishi SSS | 2001 Tata Safari | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Tata |
Model | SSS | Safari |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 181 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2660 mm |