2009 Dodge Durango vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango 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 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1998 Tata Safari. (89 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 349 kg more than 2009 Dodge Durango.
Because 1998 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Durango. 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 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Safari. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Safari. 2009 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Dodge Durango | 1998 Tata Safari | |
Make | Dodge | Tata |
Model | Durango | Safari |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4699 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |