2009 Saab 9-7X vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Saab 9-7X 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 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saab 9-7X (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saab 9-7X weights approximately 221 kg more than 2008 Tata Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Saab 9-7X (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari. 2009 Saab 9-7X has automatic transmission and 2008 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2008 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Saab 9-7X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Saab 9-7X | 2008 Tata Safari | |
Make | Saab | Tata |
Model | 9-7X | Safari |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4160 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |