2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 990 kg more than 2012 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Safari. (223 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Safari. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Tata Safari | |
Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
Model | Silverado | Safari |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 223 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2910 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6510 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2660 mm |