2001 Mazda 323 vs. 2001 Tata Safari
To start off, both 2001 Mazda 323 and 2001 Tata Safari were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 323. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Tata Safari weights approximately 820 kg more than 2001 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda 323. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 323. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda 323 | 2001 Tata Safari | |
Make | Mazda | Tata |
Model | 323 | Safari |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |