2007 Proton Gen vs. 2003 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Proton Gen is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Tata Safari would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Proton Gen. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Gen.
Because 2003 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Proton Gen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Gen. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Gen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Proton Gen | 2003 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Proton | Tata |
| Model | Gen | Safari |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
