2004 Tata Safari vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 7 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Tata Safari weights approximately 490 kg more than 2011 Mazda 5.
Because 2004 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda 5. 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, 2011 Mazda 5 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Tata Safari | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Tata | Mazda |
| Model | Safari | 5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 221 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2751 mm |
