2003 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,982 cc, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (193 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 976 kg more than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (280 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (223 Nm). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Toyota | Tata |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Safari |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2956 cc |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 944 kg | 1920 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
