2008 Tata Safari vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (395 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 525 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Porsche 911. 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 Porsche 911 (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Tata Safari | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Tata | Porsche |
Model | Safari | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2956 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1978 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1295 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |