2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Tata Safari

To start off, 2012 Tata Safari is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari.

Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Safari. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Chevrolet Silverado 2012 Tata Safari
Make Chevrolet Tata
Model Silverado Safari
Year Released 2007 2012
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5999 cc 1948 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 353 HP 135 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5530 RPM
Torque 506 Nm 181 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4500 RPM
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5860 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1918 mm
Vehicle Height 1960 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 3650 mm 2660 mm


 

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