2008 Nissan Patrol vs. 2000 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2000 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2000 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 240 kg more than 2000 Tata Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Patrol | 2000 Tata Safari | |
Make | Nissan | Tata |
Model | Patrol | Safari |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2280 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2660 mm |