2008 MG ZT-T vs. 2006 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 MG ZT-T 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 MG ZT-T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG ZT-T (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2006 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG ZT-T should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Safari weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 MG ZT-T.
Because 2006 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 MG ZT-T. 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, 2008 MG ZT-T (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Safari.
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2008 MG ZT-T | 2006 Tata Safari | |
Make | MG | Tata |
Model | ZT-T | Safari |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |