2006 Mazda 6 vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2011 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 800 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6.
Because 2011 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (271 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 6 | 2011 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Mazda | Tata |
| Model | 6 | Safari |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2956 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
