2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Tata Safari would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (274 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1998 Tata Safari. (89 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Safari.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Safari. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | 1998 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Mazda | Tata |
| Model | MazdaSpeed6 | Safari |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 274 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
