2007 Isuzu Ascender vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Tata Safari would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Isuzu Ascender (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1998 Tata Safari. (89 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Safari.
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 Isuzu Ascender (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Safari. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Safari. 2007 Isuzu Ascender has automatic transmission and 1998 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 1998 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Isuzu Ascender will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Isuzu Ascender | 1998 Tata Safari | |
Make | Isuzu | Tata |
Model | Ascender | Safari |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |