2003 Tata Safari vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Tata Safari would be higher. At 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2003 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Safari weights approximately 737 kg more than 2013 Mazda 3.
Because 2003 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2013 Mazda 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Tata Safari | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Tata | Mazda |
| Model | Safari | 3 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1303 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
