2009 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 1 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 3,725 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 591 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-9.
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, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari. 2009 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. 2009 Mazda CX-9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mazda CX-9 | 2008 Tata Safari | |
Make | Mazda | Tata |
Model | CX-9 | Safari |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3725 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 273 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |