2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 2001 Tata Safari
To start off, 2006 Cadillac SRX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Tata Safari would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac SRX (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2001 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2001 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Tata Safari weights approximately 89 kg more than 2006 Cadillac SRX.
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, 2006 Cadillac SRX (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Tata Safari. 2006 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2001 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2001 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Cadillac SRX | 2001 Tata Safari | |
Make | Cadillac | Tata |
Model | SRX | Safari |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2660 mm |