2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 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 (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2007 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 371 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2007 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Safari. (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Safari. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2007 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2007 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 | 2007 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
| Model | Silverado | Safari |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5860 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2660 mm |
