2002 Acura MDX vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura MDX weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 Tata Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Acura MDX (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari. 2002 Acura MDX 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. 2002 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura MDX | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Acura | Tata |
| Model | MDX | Safari |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3470 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
