2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser (230 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 47 kg more than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Because 2012 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Safari.
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2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2012 Tata Safari | |
Make | Chrysler | Tata |
Model | PT Cruiser | Safari |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2425 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |