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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2010 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 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. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 280 kg more than 2010 Tata Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Safari. (320 Nm @ 1700 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 | 4800 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2660 mm |