2008 Tata Safari vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 384 kg more than 2006 Rover 75.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2006 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari. 2006 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2008 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2008 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Tata Safari | 2006 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Tata | Rover |
| Model | Safari | 75 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
