2009 Honda Element vs. 2005 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Tata Safari would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Safari.
Because 2005 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Element. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Element | 2005 Tata Safari | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | Element | Safari |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |