2003 Mazda Tribute vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 2003 Mazda Tribute is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Tata Safari would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Tribute (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1998 Tata Safari. (89 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 615 kg more than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
Because 1998 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda Tribute. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Tata Safari (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Tribute | 1998 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Mazda | Tata |
| Model | Tribute | Safari |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
