2008 Isuzu I-350 vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Isuzu I-350 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Tata Safari would be higher. At 3,699 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Isuzu I-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Isuzu I-350 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu I-350 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Safari.
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 Isuzu I-350 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Safari. (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Isuzu I-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Safari. 2008 Isuzu I-350 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. 2008 Isuzu I-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Isuzu I-350 | 2007 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Isuzu | Tata |
| Model | I-350 | Safari |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2660 mm |
