2001 Nissan Maxima 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 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Maxima would be higher. Both 2001 Nissan Maxima and 2011 Tata Safari are equipped with a 2,956 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Maxima (222 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2011 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 380 kg more than 2001 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2011 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Nissan Maxima. 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 Nissan Maxima (293 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Safari. (223 Nm). This means 2001 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Safari. 2001 Nissan Maxima has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan Maxima | 2011 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | Maxima | Safari |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |
