2008 Tata Safari vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (327 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 169 kg more than 2008 Tata Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Tata Safari | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Tata | Chevrolet |
Model | Safari | Silverado |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2956 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5702 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3378 mm |