2007 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 630 kg more than 2007 Nissan Xterra.
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 Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Safari. (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Safari.
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2007 Nissan Xterra | 2012 Tata Safari | |
Make | Nissan | Tata |
Model | Xterra | Safari |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |