2011 Nissan Sentra vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Tata Safari would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 567 kg more than 2011 Nissan Sentra.
Because 2009 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Sentra | 2009 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | Sentra | Safari |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1353 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4567 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1511 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2660 mm |
