2004 GMC Safari vs. 1999 Tata E220
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Tata E220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Tata E220 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Safari (191 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1999 Tata E220. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1999 Tata E220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 419 kg more than 1999 Tata E220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Tata E220. (210 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Tata E220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Safari | 1999 Tata E220 | |
| Make | GMC | Tata |
| Model | Safari | E220 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
