2009 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Voyager (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 120 kg more than 2012 Tata Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chrysler Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Chrysler Voyager (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Safari.
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2009 Chrysler Voyager | 2012 Tata Safari | |
Make | Chrysler | Tata |
Model | Voyager | Safari |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |