2002 Tata Safari vs. 2005 Mazda Carol
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Tata Safari would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Tata Safari (136 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Tata Safari weights approximately 1410 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. 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 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol. 2005 Mazda Carol has automatic transmission and 2002 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2002 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Carol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Tata Safari | 2005 Mazda Carol | |
Make | Tata | Mazda |
Model | Safari | Carol |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |