2009 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 1 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 371 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. 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, 2008 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. (290 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. 2009 Chevrolet Impala 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. 2009 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Impala | 2008 Tata Safari | |
Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
Model | Impala | Safari |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |