2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2002 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Tata Safari would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2002 Tata Safari. (136 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2002 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Tata Safari weights approximately 180 kg more than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
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 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Nitro | 2002 Tata Safari | |
Make | Dodge | Tata |
Model | Nitro | Safari |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |