2000 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 573 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Tata Safari (223 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. (203 Nm). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 2008 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2008 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Pontiac | Tata |
| Model | Grand Prix | Safari |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5699 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2660 mm |
