2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,995 cc, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 26 kg more than 2009 Tata Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2009 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Toyota | Tata |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Safari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2956 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1920 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
