2005 GMC Yukon vs. 2001 Tata Safari
To start off, 2005 GMC Yukon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Tata Safari would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Yukon (336 HP) has 201 more horse power than 2001 Tata Safari. (135 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2001 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 573 kg more than 2001 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 GMC Yukon (509 Nm) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata Safari. (181 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Yukon | 2001 Tata Safari | |
| Make | GMC | Tata |
| Model | Yukon | Safari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 135 HP |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2660 mm |
