2009 Buick Enclave vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Tata Safari would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Enclave (285 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1998 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Safari.
Because 1998 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Buick Enclave. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2009 Buick Enclave (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Safari. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Safari. 2009 Buick Enclave has automatic transmission and 1998 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 1998 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Buick Enclave will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Buick Enclave | 1998 Tata Safari | |
Make | Buick | Tata |
Model | Enclave | Safari |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |