2004 MG ZS vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 MG ZS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 MG ZS would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 MG ZS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG ZS (176 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG ZS should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 610 kg more than 2004 MG ZS.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 MG ZS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2004 MG ZS (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 MG ZS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MG ZS | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | MG | Tata |
| Model | ZS | Safari |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
