2004 Avanti Studebaker vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Avanti Studebaker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Avanti Studebaker would be higher. At 6,750 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Avanti Studebaker (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 855 kg more than 2008 Tata Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Avanti Studebaker (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari. 2004 Avanti Studebaker has automatic transmission and 2008 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2008 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Avanti Studebaker will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Avanti Studebaker | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Avanti | Tata |
| Model | Studebaker | Safari |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2775 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2660 mm |
