2005 GMC Safari vs. 2011 Tata Nano
To start off, 2011 Tata Nano is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2011 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 1294 kg more than 2011 Tata Nano. 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, 2005 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Nano. 2005 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Nano has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Nano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 2011 Tata Nano | |
| Make | GMC | Tata |
| Model | Safari | Nano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 37 L |
