2005 Tata Safari vs. 2013 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2013 Nissan Maxima is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Tata Safari would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Maxima (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2005 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata Safari weights approximately 299 kg more than 2013 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2005 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2013 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Tata Safari | 2013 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Tata | Nissan |
| Model | Safari | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1621 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4843 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1467 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2775 mm |
