2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Tata Safari would be higher. At 2,353 cc, 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 459 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda CR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Honda CR-V (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda CR-V | 2008 Tata Safari | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | CR-V | Safari |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1948 cc |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |