2010 Dodge Challenger vs. 2006 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Dodge Challenger is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Tata Safari would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Challenger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2006 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Safari weights approximately 233 kg more than 2010 Dodge Challenger.
Because 2006 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Challenger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2010 Dodge Challenger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Safari. 2010 Dodge Challenger has automatic transmission and 2006 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2006 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Challenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Dodge Challenger | 2006 Tata Safari | |
Make | Dodge | Tata |
Model | Challenger | Safari |
Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5022 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1923 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2660 mm |