2004 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (391 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 450 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Tata Safari | |
Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
Model | Corvette | Safari |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 391 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |