2001 GMC Safari vs. 2006 Tata Safari
To start off, 2006 Tata Safari is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Safari weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 Tata Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Safari. 2001 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2006 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2006 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 GMC Safari | 2006 Tata Safari | |
Make | GMC | Tata |
Model | Safari | Safari |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |