2007 Tata Safari vs. 2013 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKZ is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Tata Safari would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln MKZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKZ (296 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2007 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKZ should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 180 kg more than 2013 Lincoln MKZ.
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, 2013 Lincoln MKZ (366 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Safari. (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Safari. 2013 Lincoln MKZ has automatic transmission and 2007 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2007 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Lincoln MKZ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Tata Safari | 2013 Lincoln MKZ | |
| Make | Tata | Lincoln |
| Model | Safari | MKZ |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 2116 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
