2004 MG ZS vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari is newer by 8 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG ZS (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG ZS should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 825 kg more than 2004 MG ZS.
Because 2012 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, 2012 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 MG ZS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Safari.
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2004 MG ZS | 2012 Tata Safari | |
Make | MG | Tata |
Model | ZS | Safari |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1095 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |