2012 Tata Safari vs. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser (181 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 47 kg more than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Because 2012 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Chrysler PT Cruiser (285 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Safari. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Tata Safari | 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
Make | Tata | Chrysler |
Model | Safari | PT Cruiser |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 2429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |