2008 SsangYong Stavic vs. 2004 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Tata Safari would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Tata Safari weights approximately 6 kg more than 2008 SsangYong Stavic.
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 SsangYong Stavic (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Tata Safari. 2008 SsangYong Stavic has automatic transmission and 2004 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2004 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 SsangYong Stavic | 2004 Tata Safari | |
Make | SsangYong | Tata |
Model | Stavic | Safari |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 135 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2034 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2660 mm |