2007 Nissan Maxima vs. 2001 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Nissan Maxima is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Tata Safari would be higher. At 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Maxima (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2001 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2001 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Tata Safari weights approximately 466 kg more than 2007 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2001 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Nissan Maxima (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Tata Safari. 2007 Nissan Maxima has automatic transmission and 2001 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2001 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Nissan Maxima | 2001 Tata Safari | |
Make | Nissan | Tata |
Model | Maxima | Safari |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3505 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |