2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2003 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Tata Safari would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2003 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Safari weights approximately 779 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata Safari. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2003 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2003 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2003 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
| Model | Silverado | Safari |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2660 mm |
