2001 Porsche 996 vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 515 kg more than 2001 Porsche 996.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Porsche 996 | 2012 Tata Safari | |
Make | Porsche | Tata |
Model | 996 | Safari |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |