2001 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2011 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 340 kg more than 2011 Tata Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Safari. (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Safari.
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2001 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2011 Tata Safari | |
Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
Model | Tahoe | Safari |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |