2008 Tata Safari vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Tata Safari would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Infiniti M. 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, 2011 Infiniti M (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari. 2011 Infiniti M 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. 2011 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Tata Safari | 2011 Infiniti M | |
Make | Tata | Infiniti |
Model | Safari | M |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2956 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2901 mm |