2006 Tata Safari vs. 2012 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Tata Safari would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Safari weights approximately 334 kg more than 2012 Mazda CX-7.
Because 2006 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda CX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (218 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Safari. 2012 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 2006 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2006 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Tata Safari | 2012 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Tata | Mazda |
| Model | Safari | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| 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 | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1920 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2751 mm |
