2008 Tata Safari vs. 2012 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Tata Safari would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 43 kg more than 2008 Tata Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda CX-9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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-9 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari. 2012 Mazda CX-9 has automatic transmission and 2008 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2008 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mazda CX-9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Tata Safari | 2012 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Tata | Mazda |
| Model | Safari | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| 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 | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1963 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2875 mm |
