2006 Saturn Vue vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Tata Safari is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Vue (144 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 476 kg more than 2006 Saturn Vue.
Because 2007 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Saturn Vue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Saturn Vue | 2007 Tata Safari | |
Make | Saturn | Tata |
Model | Vue | Safari |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1444 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |