2008 Nissan Patrol vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Tata Safari would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Patrol (254 HP) has 119 more horse power than 1998 Tata Safari. (135 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 350 kg more than 1998 Tata Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Patrol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Safari. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Safari. 2008 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 1998 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 1998 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Patrol | 1998 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | Patrol | Safari |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4759 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 135 HP |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2660 mm |
