2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2010 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 654 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2010 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Safari. 2008 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2010 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2010 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Express | 2010 Tata Safari | |
Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
Model | Express | Safari |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2660 mm |