2002 Tata Safari vs. 2010 Mazda 2
To start off, 2010 Mazda 2 is newer by 8 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 51 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 2. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Tata Safari weights approximately 1085 kg more than 2010 Mazda 2. 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 2010 Mazda 2. 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 2. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Tata Safari | 2010 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Tata | Mazda |
Model | Safari | 2 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1347 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |