2004 Tata Safari vs. 2010 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2010 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Tata Safari would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2004 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Tata Safari weights approximately 322 kg more than 2010 Mazda CX-7.
Because 2004 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda CX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2010 Mazda CX-7 (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Tata Safari. 2010 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 2004 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2004 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Tata Safari | 2010 Mazda CX-7 | |
Make | Tata | Mazda |
Model | Safari | CX-7 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1718 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4681 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1646 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2751 mm |