2008 Tata Safari vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (266 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 409 kg more than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. 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 Nissan ALTIMA (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Tata Safari | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Tata | Nissan |
| Model | Safari | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2776 mm |
