2002 Tata Safari vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Tata Safari would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2002 Tata Safari. (136 HP @ 5530 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2002 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 321 kg more than 2002 Tata Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Tata Safari. 2012 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2002 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2002 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Tata Safari | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Tata | Chevrolet |
| Model | Safari | Express |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 2361 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3429 mm |
