2005 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2011 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 435 kg more than 2011 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 Tahoe (447 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Safari. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Safari.
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2005 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2011 Tata Safari | |
Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
Model | Tahoe | Safari |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 320 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |