2004 Acura MDX vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Tata Safari is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2009 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 126 kg more than 2009 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, 2004 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Safari. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2009 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Acura | Tata |
| Model | MDX | Safari |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
