2003 Tata Safari vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Tata Safari would be higher. At 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2003 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Safari weights approximately 710 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2003 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Porsche Cayman (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Tata Safari | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Tata | Porsche |
Model | Safari | Cayman |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2416 mm |