2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 249 kg more than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 (223 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (171 Nm). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Mazda | Tata |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Safari |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2660 mm |
