2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2000 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Tata Safari would be higher. At 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2000 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2000 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Tata Safari weights approximately 295 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram.
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, 2008 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Ram | 2000 Tata Safari | |
Make | Dodge | Tata |
Model | Ram | Safari |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4699 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2660 mm |