2007 Tata Safari vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2007 Tata Safari is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 380 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Because 2007 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (267 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406. 1995 Peugeot 406 has automatic transmission and 2007 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2007 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Peugeot 406 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Tata Safari | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Tata | Peugeot |
Model | Safari | 406 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |