2011 Lexus IS vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 3 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus IS (416 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 205 kg more than 2011 Lexus IS.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lexus IS. 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, 2011 Lexus IS (502 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari. 2011 Lexus IS 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. 2011 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lexus IS | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Lexus | Tata |
| Model | IS | Safari |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 416 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4661 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1816 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1415 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2728 mm | 2660 mm |
