2008 Mazda B4000 vs. 2003 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Mazda B4000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Tata Safari would be higher. At 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2003 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Safari weights approximately 860 kg more than 2008 Mazda B4000.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Mazda B4000 (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata Safari. 2008 Mazda B4000 has automatic transmission and 2003 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2003 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mazda B4000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mazda B4000 | 2003 Tata Safari | |
Make | Mazda | Tata |
Model | B4000 | Safari |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4034 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2660 mm |