2005 Holden Rodeo vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Tata Safari is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Rodeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Rodeo would be higher. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Rodeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Holden Rodeo. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Rodeo.
Because 2009 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Holden Rodeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2005 Holden Rodeo (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Rodeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Rodeo | 2009 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Holden | Tata |
| Model | Rodeo | Safari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2660 mm |
