2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 2003 Tata Safari
To start off, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Tata Safari would be higher. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 2003 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Safari weights approximately 942 kg more than 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Because 2003 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 2003 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | R 390 GT1 | Safari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
