2005 Nissan Altima vs. 2006 Tata Safari
To start off, 2006 Tata Safari is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Safari weights approximately 559 kg more than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Because 2006 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Nissan Altima (244 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Safari. (181 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Altima | 2006 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | Altima | Safari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1361 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
