2007 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,954 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 330 kg more than 2008 Tata Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 2008 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2008 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Nissan Pathfinder | 2008 Tata Safari | |
Make | Nissan | Tata |
Model | Pathfinder | Safari |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |