2010 GMC Savana vs. 2006 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 300 kg more than 2006 Tata Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 GMC Savana. 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 GMC Savana (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Safari. 2010 GMC Savana 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 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 GMC Savana | 2006 Tata Safari | |
Make | GMC | Tata |
Model | Savana | Safari |
Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2073 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2660 mm |