2006 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2003 Tata Safari
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Tata Safari would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica (251 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2003 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Safari weights approximately 420 kg more than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica.
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 Chrysler Pacifica (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata Safari.
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2006 Chrysler Pacifica | 2003 Tata Safari | |
Make | Chrysler | Tata |
Model | Pacifica | Safari |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3966 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2660 mm |