2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Durango 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 165 more horse power than 2010 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 229 kg more than 2009 Dodge Durango.
Because 2010 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, 2010 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Safari. (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Safari. 2009 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2010 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2010 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 | 2010 Tata Safari | |
Make | Dodge | Tata |
Model | Durango | Safari |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4699 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1700 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 | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |