2006 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Tata Safari would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1998 Tata Safari. (89 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 760 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Because 1998 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Tata Safari (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti | 1998 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
| Model | Lacetti | Safari |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
