2004 Lancia Thesis vs. 1999 Tata Safari
To start off, 2004 Lancia Thesis is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Tata Safari would be higher. At 2,450 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lancia Thesis (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1999 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1999 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Tata Safari weights approximately 360 kg more than 2004 Lancia Thesis.
Because 1999 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lancia Thesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Lancia Thesis (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lancia Thesis | 1999 Tata Safari | |
Make | Lancia | Tata |
Model | Thesis | Safari |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2450 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |