2008 Mazda 3 vs. 2006 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Mazda 3 is newer by 2 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Safari weights approximately 695 kg more than 2008 Mazda 3.
Because 2006 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda 3. 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, both vehicles can yield 181 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2008 Mazda 3 | 2006 Tata Safari | |
Make | Mazda | Tata |
Model | 3 | Safari |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |