2010 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 2 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 190 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. 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, 2008 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Captiva | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
| Model | Captiva | Safari |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
