2008 Tata Safari vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube is newer by 4 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 619 kg more than 2012 Nissan Cube.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Cube. 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, 2008 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Tata Safari | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Tata | Nissan |
Model | Safari | Cube |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2956 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1301 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |