1999 Mazda 626 vs. 2002 Tata Safari
To start off, 2002 Tata Safari is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Tata Safari (136 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 626. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Tata Safari weights approximately 760 kg more than 1999 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mazda 626 | 2002 Tata Safari | |
Make | Mazda | Tata |
Model | 626 | Safari |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |