2007 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2003 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 4 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 3,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva (227 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2003 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Safari weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata Safari. 2007 Chevrolet Captiva has automatic transmission and 2003 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2003 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Captiva | 2003 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
| Model | Captiva | Safari |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3193 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
