2001 Tata Safari vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Tata Safari would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (328 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2001 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2001 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 275 kg more than 2001 Tata Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (441 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Tata Safari | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Tata | Porsche |
Model | Safari | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 2315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2895 mm |