2003 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2006 Tata Safari
To start off, 2006 Tata Safari is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Astro (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 30 kg more than 2006 Tata Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Astro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2003 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Safari.
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2003 Chevrolet Astro | 2006 Tata Safari | |
Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
Model | Astro | Safari |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |