2001 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Tata Safari is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Voyager (150 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 170 kg more than 2001 Chrysler Voyager.
Because 2009 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Voyager | 2009 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Chrysler | Tata |
| Model | Voyager | Safari |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2397 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
