2001 Tata Safari vs. 1999 Honda Passport
To start off, 2001 Tata Safari is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Passport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Passport would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Passport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Passport (190 HP) has 55 more horse power than 2001 Tata Safari. (135 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Passport should accelerate faster than 2001 Tata Safari.
Because 2001 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Passport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1999 Honda Passport (256 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata Safari. (181 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Passport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Tata Safari. 1999 Honda Passport has automatic transmission and 2001 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2001 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Passport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Tata Safari | 1999 Honda Passport | |
| Make | Tata | Honda |
| Model | Safari | Passport |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
