2005 Nissan X-Trail vs. 1999 Tata Safari
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Tata Safari would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1999 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Tata Safari weights approximately 755 kg more than 2005 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan X-Trail | 1999 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | X-Trail | Safari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2040 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |
